Revealed: Some of the worst cases of speeding to be recorded by fleet of speed camera vans including in Sandwell
Figures have shown some of the worst cases of speeding to be recorded by speed camera vans in the West Midlands - including in Sandwell.
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In February, West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Simon Foster invested £188,000 in four new mobile speed camera vans to double the region's fleet to a total of eight.
New figures have now revealed a 31 per cent increase in drivers being prosecuted for excess speeding in the region since the new vans were introduced.
In January, 2,820 offences were recorded but the total rose to 3,199 in February and 3,696 in March.
The data has also shown where some of the most extreme speeding was recorded including on Newton Road, which runs between Great Barr and West Bromwich, where 83mph was recorded in a 40mph zone.
On Small Heath Highway in Birmingham meanwhile, 82mph was recorded in a 40mph zone, while 130mph was recorded in a 50mph zone on Collector Road in Solihull.
Mr Foster said: "These figures highlight the vital role that our speed enforcement vans play in keeping our roads safe.
"The investment in additional vans demonstrates my unwavering commitment to reducing the number of people tragically and avoidably killed and seriously injured on our roads.
“Speeding is a major factor in road collisions, and we will continue to take robust action against those who put themselves and others at risk. We must do everything possible to make our roads safe.”
Motorists caught exceeding the speed limit face consequences including disqualification from driving, mandatory attendance on a speed awareness course, a criminal court conviction including imprisonment or a £1,000 fine.
West Midlands Police traffic and safer travel chief inspector, Keeley Bevington, has urged drivers to adhere to speed limits.
Ch Insp Bevington said: "These numbers are deeply concerning. Speeding is not just a minor infraction, it’s a dangerous and reckless act that can have devastating consequences.
“We are working tirelessly to enforce speed limits and hold offenders accountable. We urge all drivers to stick to the speed limit and prioritise the safety of themselves and others on the road."
West Midlands Police said it will continue to deploy its speed enforcement vans across the region, focusing on "known hot spots" and responding to community concerns.
