Speeding driver who claimed he was late for work disqualified

Friday, 3 February 2023 00:00

A speeding driver who claimed he was late for work has been banned from the roads.

Daniel Walker, 43, of Burbage Wharf, Burbage, was caught on Downton Road, Salisbury, driving at 65mph in a 30mph zone by PC Hammond while conducting speed checks.

Walker was summoned to Swindon Magistrates’ Court, where he pleaded guilty.

He was fined £660 and required to pay a victim surcharge of £66 and court costs of £110.

He was also disqualified from driving for 56 days.

PC Hammond of the Salisbury Response Team said: “Being late for work is never an excuse for speeding.

“Always plan ahead and make sure you leave plenty of time for your journey and prepare for unexpected delays.”

Speeding is one of the ‘Fatal Five’ – the five factors which increase the risk of road users being significantly injured or killed in a road traffic collision.

The other four are drink/drug driving, driving while using a mobile phone, not wearing a seatbelt and careless or dangerous driving.

All these factors make it harder for a driver to stop their vehicle safely and significantly reduce the driver’s reaction time.

More from Local News

Salisbury Coach Park to reopen following extensive makeover

Salisbury Coach Park, along with the main footpaths through the Central Car Park area will reopen to the public today (Thursday 14 November), after undergoing an extensive makeover by the Environment Agency as part of the River Park scheme.
Arrest following serious incident on farm near Amesbury

Wiltshire Police have arrested a man on suspicion of multiple offences following a serious incident at a farm near Amesbury in the early hours of Sunday morning (10th November).
Song for Christmas line up for 2024

Salisbury Radio is pleased to announce the full list of schools taking part in Song for Christmas 2024.
Awards night recognises achievements of family and community learners in Wiltshire

People from across Wiltshire who have had their lives transformed through the power of learning were invited to a special awards ceremony this month.
Preloved Fashion event returns raising funds for Stars Appeal

The much-anticipated Preloved Fashion and Sustainable Shopping Event returns on Thursday, November 21, from 7pm to 10.30pm at the Guildhall in Salisbury.
Orange the World, Salisbury Soroptimists take action to prevent domestic abuse

Did you know that, on average, two women a week are killed by their partners in the UK?
The Salisbury Great Toy Appeal Launched for 2024

A toy appeal has been launched in Salisbury with the aim of providing a Christmas present for children from families who might otherwise go without this Christmas.
Investigation launched after suspected hare coursers ram farmers near Amesbury

Wiltshire Police are investigating an incident of criminal damage which took place at a farm in Wilsford at around 12.20am on Sunday (10th November).