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Earlier today, a police patrol tried to stop a blue BMW travelling at high speed on the M22 Randalstown. The driver of the BMW failed to stop, and rammed the patrol off the road. If anyone has any dash cam footage of this incident, please contact police, incident 1486, 25/4/2020.
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We are conducting patrols today to ensure everyone’s safety during
#COVID19
Our streets are empty and we would like to say thank you to all of you for playing your part.
#StayHomeSaveLives
JW.
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Detailed Motorway response today. Please remember there is no such thing as the "fast lane!"😠 If you are not overtaking another vehicle, move back to the nearside/Lane 1 or dare I say it "slow lane." We will be stopping drivers who fail to do this today.
Constable N
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This lovely Lambo came to Road Policing Interceptors notice due to the missing front registration plate.
The driver has been issued a £30.00, and provided with advice on how to display a number plate in future.
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We are mindful of the increase in cyclists on the roads with the brighter mornings and evenings. Please remember to give them enough room when overtaking. Allow at least 1.5m when passing cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
#2WheelOperation
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For information of NI motorists. There are significant issues on the M1 motorway with multiple trees down blocking lanes. Officers are deployed and working with partner agencies to get the roads cleared as a priority. Slow down, and be hazard aware. Stay safe.
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Wee update on the found kitten. This wee dote has been checked over by a vet and given the all clear. The kitten has now been adopted by a caring animal lover and will now be very well looked after. Thank you to all of you who sent best wishes and enquiring to adopt.
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Another thankfully rare incident... A driver was stopped earlier today after being spotted using blue and red flashing lights to pass other vehicles on the M1... if you’re idiotic enough to buy something like this to use on a public road, expect a day in Court!
JW
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Operation Close Pass is underway today on the north coast. We have already had to speak to a motorist who “close passed” our plain clothes Police cyclist. The road is a shared space - If you encounter a cyclist today, please give them room.
#KeepingPeopleSafe
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This morning a cyclist was stopped in Belfast by Mahon Rd RPU for breaching a red light at a pedestrian crossing. Remember traffic lights are there for a reason - and the legal requirement to stop at red lights applies to both cyclists and motorists, breaching it is an offence.
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During our recent close-pass op we stopped 103 vehicles who didn’t leave 1.5m between their vehicle and a cyclist.
55 motorists were spoken to, 16 motorists were given advice and one motorist was stopped for being on their phone while overtaking a cyclist and will be prosecuted
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At around 08:50 hours this morning an Armed robbery of a Security vehicle took place in Belfast City Centre. As a result ANPR Interceptor Team officers arrested 2 persons that made off on foot from a crashed vehicle.
Enquiries ongoing.
#psniroadpolicing
#keepingpeoplesafe
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Yesterday, one cruising machine from Roads Policing, Steeple, stopped beside another cruising machine from Royal Caribbean. I know which one I’d prefer to be sitting in. Lol. Great to see cruise ships and visitors returning to our shores.
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North or South the message is the same. Never, ever drink and drive!
#keepingpeoplesafe
#teamwork
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Drivers... on your way to work this morning think about those riding a bike to work... give them as much space as a car during an overtake and never drive or park in cycle lanes, they are there for a reason.
Sgt Sam
#PSNICMC
#keepingpeoplesafe
#team999
#thinkbike
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Thank you to our NHS staff, all health workers and our colleagues in the emergency services. Tonight we join
#ClapForCarers
to show our appreciation and support.
#StayHomeSaveLives
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PSNI officers assisted Harbour Police with breath test of the master of a vessel. He subsequently was found to be almost 4 times the limit.
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Something different..What an amazing photo
@NIFRSOFFICIAL
from your counterparts
@northantsfire
: Incident - fire in living room caused by reptile mat - one of occupants couldn’t wait to be rescued and jumped to safety to hitch a ride out!!
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“Can you not let me off or just give me a warning” was the response of an R driver earlier today when shown the speed they were detected at by Roads Policing officers from Steeple on the Moneynick Road in Randalstown. The driver can now try that with the local magistrate.
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Road Policing officers from Maydown nearly had kittens when they saw this car while on patrol in the NW. We know the sun has been shining but this is not the answer! This driver was given a Fixed Penalty Notice and thankfully the sun blinds were removed!
#KeepingPeopleSafe
#PSNI
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I posted a message earlier tonight about an excess speed detection by Mahon Road RPU. The message still isn’t getting through...
Steeple RPU Officers on the M1 have just detected a drunk driver driving at 120mph. A complete danger on the road, now en-route to Custody.
JW
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120mph....
Saturday morning traffic....
Uninsured Driver.......
Court date arranged.....
Not much more we can say, fairly self explanatory detection....
#courtdate
#uninsured
#speedkills
#psniroadspolicing
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Last night, officers from Mahon Road station stopped this Audi using pre-emptive tactics in order to prevent the likelihood of a pursuit.
The vehicle had been stolen earlier in a creeper style burglary.
2 people have been arrested.
#WeCareWeListenWeAct
#KeepingPeopleSafe
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Among the range of offences Road Policing Officers routinely deal with, one of the most basic is drivers failing to use the nearside lane on motorways and dual carriageways etc. This holds up traffic and increases congestion. One of the first rules of the road - keep left!
JW.
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One from our colleagues in PSNI Dog Section as they don’t have their own Social media page.
Police Dog (PD) Jess assisted colleagues from District Support Team (DST) locate over £5k of Class A drugs during a search in the Police Lisburn & Castlereagh area today.
Good job Jess.
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This morning Road Policing officers from Mahon Road station stopped this Lexus and found that the driver’s licence hadn’t been valid since 2016. Her MOT and tax had also expired.
The icing on the cake was the lack of insurance. The vehicle has now been seized.
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Stolen VW Golf successfully stopped using approved police tactics by RPU officers, Mahon Road, in south Down earlier today. The 4 occupants of this Golf made off on foot. A joint effort from local officers, police chopper, dog callsigns and RPU arrested the 4 occupants nearby.
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This vehicle was detected travelling at 108 mph on the M2 today.
The roads may be quieter, but the speed limits are the same
#SlowDownSaveLives
#PSNIRoadsPolicing
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Officers from Mahon Rd RPU patrolling Portadown tonight noticed this vehicle with illegally tinted windows. It was also found that the vehicle’s number plates were illegal, insurance invalid, and the driver was disqualified earlier this month.
A day in Court awaits…
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As it's Ryder Cup weekend, colleagues from Roads Policing in Steeple thought they had an Eagle but had to settle for a Birdie as they rescued this injured bird from the carriageway of the M2. It has been left in the care of our local vets and hopefully makes a full recovery.
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Restricted Driver (45mph limit) detected by Roads Policing Steeple this morning at over twice his permitted speed. A young, inexperienced driver who will now have to explain his actions to a magistrate. Cue the Restricted Driver debate……but the law here is 45mph folks.
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Earlier today, officers from Steeple were patrolling the M2 in Ballymena when a driver decided to speed, unfortunately for this driver, there was a police patrol who detected this driver at this speed. The driver will now have the opportunity to explain this speed to a judge.
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This afternoon we'll be helping escort a slow-moving ambulance with a patient onboard as it travels from Belfast to Mayobridge via M1, A1, Newry & Warrenpoint.
Motorists please be patient and understand that this slow pace is necessary for the wellbeing of the patient onboard.
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Thankfully this is a rare sight... a driver driving schoolchildren, making a call on his mobile phone while going down the M1 in wet conditions. The dangers involved are blatantly obvious...
After being stopped by Mahon Rd RPU the driver is now liable for points and fines.
JW.
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We are conducting patrols to encourage you to adhere to the Northern Ireland Executive’s direction on
#COVID19
We are talking to anyone we see to make sure we all know what we should be doing to keep everyone safe.
#StayHomeSaveLives
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RPU officers detected this speed near Randalstown this morning. The drivers excuse was they were late for Vertigo. Should have left earlier.
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Chief Insp Graham Dodds, Head of Road Policing, chaired a meeting today on introducing 'Drug Wipes' to NI. These will help make roads safer by removing those who risk safety by drug use while driving.
#KeepingPeopleSafe
#ShareTheRoadToZero
#WeCareWeListenWeAct
#PSNI
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Another day, another stolen caravan.....
Roads Policing Officers stopped this on the A1 today. After an examination, it was discovered to be stolen. Three arrests made and another caravan will be returned to its rightful owner.
@PoliceServiceNI
@PSNIABC
@TimBooth404
@NaVCIS_UK
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Another uninsured car taken off the road. Officers from the ANPR Interceptor Team came across this vehicle being driven in the Tandragee area earlier today, this brings the total of Uninsured drivers to 10 for the team over the last 4 days
#PSNIRoadsPolicing
#NoInsuranceNoCar
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We know that motorists should think about cyclists out on the road but at this time of year cyclists have their part to play too by wearing high viz and having lights front and rear, if a driver can’t see you, they can’t give you the space you need to be safe 🚲
Sgt Sam
#PSNICMC
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This evening Road Policing Officers detected an ‘R’ driver driving on the M1 Motorway at 98 miles per hour - 53 miles per hour over the speed limit! This young driver will have to explain their actions to the local magistrate in the near future.
#speedkills
#keepingpeoplesafe
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Road Policing Officers from Maydown are on the North coast conducting patrols to encourage you to adhere to the NI Executive’s direction on
#COVID19
. We are talking to everyone we see to make sure that we all know what we should be doing to keep everyone safe.
#StayHomeSaveLives
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141! Four (4) TIMES THE LIMIT!
This detection was made at 4pm, during rush hour on the M2 by officers from Steeple RPU..... a notably high reading, and totally unacceptable......
Another driver who will have to explain his actions to the courts....
#courtdate
#zerotolerance
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Speed of R driver on Motorway. R plates in glove box and car designed for 5, had 6 occupants. Will take some explaining to local judge.
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Head of Road Policing, Chief Inspector Graham Dodds, was recently awarded his MBE Medal by HRH Princess Anne at a ceremony at Windsor Castle for 'Services to communities across Northern Ireland'. Many congratulations
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If you are leaving home for your one period of daily exercise today please stay close to home. Avoid popular beauty spots and open areas to prevent a large gathering.
#COVID19
#StayHomeSaveLives
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Nobody wants to play “Spot The Cyclist”!
Officers from Road Policing Maydown provided this cyclist on the Dunhill Road with a hi vis jacket to see him safely home. Especially at this time of year, make sure you are easily seen, as demonstrated in photo 2.
#KeepingPeopleSafe
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R driver stopped on the M2 by RPU Steeple. When shown the speed, the driver responded “Can you not let me off with it”? No harm in asking.
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We have spoken to a number of people today during our
#COVID19
safety patrols. Everyone is keen to maintain their social distance and adhere to the direction from the Northern Ireland Executive.
Thank you for your support.
#StayHomeSaveLives
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Vehicle stopped and driver arrested by ANPR Interceptor Team.
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Mahon Rd RPU on patrol in Glenavy at 12pm today, arrested a driver after a breath test showed they were 3x times the limit.
RPU do roadside checks like this 24/7. If you’re drink driving or committing offences on public roads, it’s our job to catch you!
#NeverEverDrinkAndDrive
JW
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PURSUIT! Road Policing Maydown helped conclude a pursuit today when we detected a speeding driver on the Frosses Rd.He refused to stop but with the help of
#PSNIDogSection
#PSNIAirSupport
& local Police 2 arrests were made.Our car however has seen better days!
#KeepingPeopleSafe
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New one on RPU officers from Steeple yesterday afternoon. Due to bad weather, the pilot thought it too dangerous to continue his journey, so landed in a field beside the M2. When the weather cleared, the pilot returned to continue his journey.
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Appeal to people not to view or share inappropriate images relating to today’s fatal collision in Aughnacloy.
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Enniskillen Roads Policing Officers detected this vehicle travelling along the Clanabogan Road, Omagh. The driver was 36 mph over the speed limit in icy conditions. He “didn’t want to be late for the cinema”. He will soon premiere before the local Magistrate.
#keepingpeoplesafe
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Delays in Belfast City centre will continue tonight and into tomorrow while NIFRS tackle fire at Primark Store. Road closures will remain in place overnight. We continue to support NIFRS and work with other Partner Agencies to ensure safety of the public and minimise disruption.
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Dress for slide, not the ride. Please wear suitable safety clothing, not like this person in Ballymena yesterday.
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Roads Policing Unit Christmas/New Years opening hours. (Image courtesy of
@UKCopHumour
)
#PSNIRoadsPolicing
#Openallhours
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We have begun receiving numerous reports of fallen trees across the road network this evening. Please only travel if your journey is necessary, exercise caution and be prepared for obstructions. Visit for the latest updates.
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Mahon Rd RPU Officers patrolling the M1 this morning stopped a vehicle being driven erratically; the driver was arrested for driving whilst unfit, and later provided an evidential breath sample of 103μg, almost treble the drink drive limit. A day in Court awaits…
@PSNIBelfastW
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Strange times we are going through at the minute, remember your Mummy/Mum/Mammy however you call her today, give her a ring, give her a video call and say “Thank you for being you”. I’m sure she’ll forgive you for not visiting.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the Mummy’s out there.
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On the back of yesterday’s post about the broken down vehicle unattended on the M2 I thought I’d reshare this picture from a post originally made in January 2019.
This was a handy guide/leaflet made that we handed out to motorists.
Feel free to save/print out.
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This R driver was detected travelling at 88 mph over the weekend, 43 mph in excess of their maximum permitted speed as a Restricted driver. The driver will now have to explain their actions in a local Magistrates court.
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Folks please drive carefully - wind is beginning to rise and roads are wet. Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
#Ophelia
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@ScottP6789
@nidirect
Scott, the idea is to reduce speeds to within legal limits, reducing the risk of serious collisions (reducing the burden on the NHS). We always have a legal obligation to enforce legislation, incl. speed limits. If you think that’s “stealing a penny” then stay within speed limits
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Today Road Policing officers are working in support of the national 2 wheel road safety campaign.
#OperationClosePass
is underway in the Mid & East Antrim area, encouraging motorists to allow enough space on the road for cyclists.
#KeepingPeopleSafe
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A vehicle stopped today on the M2 near Antrim - in this case an 18 year old ‘R’ driver with 3 teenage passengers on board, travelling at more than double their speed limit. The driver will now be referred to Court.
Remember - the faster the speed, the bigger the mess…
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RPU Steeple detected this speed on the M2. Driver was STOPPED by police, and will be REPORTED to court for this offence.There can be NO MITIGATION for travelling at this speed on a public road.
#SpeedKills
#KeepingPeopleSafe
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There is a reason why inexperienced drivers are restricted to 45 mph..Tonight two ‘R’ drivers were recorded travelling at 103 mph and 97 mph on the M2 and M1 motorways respectively. Learn the hard way!!! Const P
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Steeple RPU officers stopped this car in Antrim earlier this afternoon, the driver was missing a few items :- Insurance ❌ Driving Licence (Currently Disqualified) ❌. The vehicle was seized and the driver will have their day in court.
#PSNIRoadsPolicing
#NoInsuranceNoCar
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Driver stopped on M2 yesterday evening travelling at 97mph. Was also found to be over the drink drive limit. Now faces an appt with judge.
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ANPR Interceptors working in the Coalisland area stopped this Audi earlier today, the vehicle had no insurance listed and the driver only held a Provisional Driving Licence which had expired. The driver and the owner of the will now be reported with a view to prosecution.
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During this road safety operation at Dunsilly Antrim y’day Road Policing & TSG officers carried out 12 breath tests, 1 vehicle was seized for no insurance & reports will be sent to the PPS for issues like mobile phone use, defective windscreen & illegal tyres
#KeepingPeopleSafe
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Yesterday, as part of
#RoadSafetyWeek
we carried out a speeding detection and prosecution operation with 217 vehicle checkpoints, 841 fixed penalty notices issued and 7 arrests made targeting those who make our roads more dangerous.
#OpSubreference
#MoreThanAStatistic
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2 males stopped by ANPR Interceptor Team in Moira area after Lisburn householder disturbs them attempting to steal the family car.
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ANPR Interceptor Team officers stopped this vehicle in the Police Mid Ulster area this evening as it was showing as having no policy of insurance in force, driver dealt with by means of a £200 ticket + 6 points, vehicle was also seized.
(Edited to read correctly this time)
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Mahon Rd RPU on patrol earlier found this vehicle.. with quite a unique insecure load! A dog being transported like this is not only insecure (and illegal), but potentially a danger to other motorists as well. Any load, animals or not, has to be secure.
JW
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Despite the poor driving conditions, the driver of this HGV decided to use his mobile phone while driving. He was so distracted, he failed to notice the marked police vehicle in lane 2 beside him.
6 points - £205 fine
#KeepingPeopleSafe
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Road Safety knows NO borders. PSNI Road Policing in partnership with
@GardaTraffic
launching the 2017 cross border drink drive campaign
#PSNI
#SeasonsGreetings
#NeverEverDrinkAndDrive
#KeepingPeopleSafe
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ANPR Interceptor Team officers located 2 Stolen caravans in the Tamnamore area of Police Mid Ulster, both Caravans stolen from addresses in England.
A number of persons have been arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods.
Enquiries ongoing with our colleagues in GB..
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Another uninsured vehicle removed from the roads this afternoon by Mahon Rd RPU, this time on the M1.
#DriveInsured
#Seized
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If you’re heading out on your motorcycle please ensure you’re wearing the appropriate clothing. (Pic courtesy of West Mids Ambulance Service)
#allthegear
#PSNIRoadsPolicing
#Safetyfirst
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We are conducting patrols to encourage you to adhere to the
@niexecutive
direction on
#COVID19
. We are talking to anyone we see to make sure we all know what we should be doing to keep everyone safe. Driving 50 miles with no mot, tax or insurance ? Car seized.
#StayHomeSaveLives
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Tonight, Mahon Rd RPU assisted by local Officers and Police dogs, arrested the driver of this vehicle after he crashed and fled the scene. A preliminary breath test indicated the driver was almost three times the drink drive limit. The consequences could have been far worse...
JW
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PSNI officers have arrested 195 people on suspicion of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs in the first two weeks alone of this year’s winter crackdown – 44 more than last year !!
#PSNIRoadsPolicing
#Neverdrinkanddrive
#WiseUp
#Peopleneverlearn
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RPU Officers attended a single vehicle RTC on the M1 this evening. Driver provided a roadside breath sample of 147 and a lower evidential reading of 132 in custody, legal limit is 35 !! Driver remains in custody.
#PSNI
#PSNIRoadsPolicing
#NeverEverDrinkandDrive
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PSNI Roads Policing Steeple conducting random breath tests in Antrim area this morning.
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Motorists advised to reduce their speed and exercise caution when driving due to the adverse weather conditions. Make sure to drive considerately, wear your seatbelt and check brakes before making any necessary journey.
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3 persons arrested following pursuit and stop of vehicle in the
@PSNINMDown
area, search of vehicle revealed approx £20,000 of stolen iPhones.
A good day to have
@ChiefConPSNI
on patrol with us.
Full details via link :-
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Motorists are advised that Police will be escorting a slow moving ambulance along the A1 and M1 westbound this evening.
Police would ask motorists for their patience while this takes place.
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Oh Deere oh Deere oh Deere. Seized by RPU officers from Steeple for driver not having insurance on A26 Lisnevenagh Road, Antrim.
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Following reports of dangerous driving, Officers from Mahon Rd RPU and the ANPR Intercept Team used pre-emptive tactics to stop a vehicle on the M1 tonight. The driver involved was arrested for dangerous driving, driving whilst unfit, no licence and no insurance.
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ANPR Interceptor Team would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year.
Stay safe on the roads and don’t drink & drive.
To our partners in Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service Northern Ireland Ambulance Service - Thank you.
ANPR Interceptor Team
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Officers from the ANPR Interceptor Team have made a number of arrests in relation to drugs and theft related offences, a number of vehicles were also seized.
#ANPRInterceptors
#PSNIRoadsPolicing
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Mahon Rd RPU Officers stopped a vehicle on the M1 earlier. Despite the driver giving a false name, she was identified and found to be a disqualified driver. She was arrested for this, as well as drink driving, no insurance, and for obstructing Police. The vehicle was seized.
JW.
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Car stopped by Interceptor Team in Belfast last night. Driver arrested on Suspicion of drink driving, disqual driving, no insurance & theft of the vehicle, also assisting with enquiries in relation to another matter in the Banbridge area.
#KeepingPeopleSafe
#WeCareWeListenWeAct
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