Police Traffic Operation Report - Wellington and Hadley
Monday, January 13th, 2025

A coordinated traffic safety operation was conducted across Wellington and Hadley areas on Monday, focusing on key priorities including speeding, mobile phone use, and seatbelt compliance. The operation involved multiple road safety officers and utilized  marked and unmarked vehicles as well as motorcycles.

PC Rob Hughes joined forces with motorcycle officers and Safer Neighbourhood Teams from Wellington and Donnington police stations in a coordinated operation targeting road safety violations and vehicle crime.

The joint operation revealed multiple offences, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns. Officers detected some drivers using mobile phones while driving, creating dangerous situations where distracted drivers could cause serious collisions. Vehicle checks identified cars with illegally tinted windows, reducing vital visibility for drivers.

In a significant success, officers recovered a stolen quad bike, with investigations now underway to identify those responsible. 

Other offences included unauthorized use of a bus lane, driving without insurance, and failure to stop when requested by police. One vehicle was found with wheels extending beyond the wheel arches, creating a hazard for other road users.

PC Hughes noted: "Road safety impacts everyone in our community. A moment's distraction, whether from using a phone or other unsafe behavior, can lead to devastating consequences. Today's operation shows how diverse traffic violations can be, from uninsured vehicles to illegal modifications."

Officers also identified several seatbelt violations, emphasizing that failing to wear a seatbelt significantly increases the risk of serious injury in a collision. The operation demonstrated the effectiveness of collaborative working between different policing teams to address road safety concerns.

Further operations are planned to maintain enforcement presence and continue improving road safety across the area.