141 cars seized in police operation

SOUTH Yorkshire Police seized 141 cars and arrested three people in a week of action targeting drivers without insurance.

Last week’s Operation Drive saw officers carrying out stop checks to check documents across the county.

There have been 23 road deaths so far in 2016 and the Motor Insurers’ Bureau says those who drive without insurance are four times more likely to be involved in a fatal collision.

PC Sophie Bradey, who was the force lead for the operation said: “The results we have achieved demonstrate how many people are putting not only themselves, but other road users at risk by not having insurance.

“The statistics highlight the horrifying number of deaths relating to road incidents and the action we have taken as part of this awareness week, represents our commitment to reduce this figure and work proactively to keep South Yorkshire’s roads and residents safe.”