Renewed Calls For Permanent Speed Cameras On A6 Bypass
Written by HFM News on 15th June 2020
Pic: Leics Police
Police caught a driver speeding at 132mph on the A6 bypass between Great Glen and Kibworth yesterday – the highest speed ever recorded on the stretch of road dubbed ‘a racetrack’ by officers.
The driver of the VW Golf is now set to appear in Court after being reported by officers.
Another car was clocked at 116mph, and a number of other drivers were stopped for driving at over 100mph, during the speed enforcement operation.
It has led to renewed calls for permanent speed cameras to be installed on that stretch of the A6.
Kevin Feltham is County Councillor for Kibworth & Great Glen:
Harborough Council Leader Phil King has echoed the call for speed cameras and wants offenders named and shamed:
Leicestershire County Council has been approached for comment.
The driver of this BMW was caught doing 116mph
Pic: Leics Police
Police, who also carried out speed checks on the B6047 around the Langtons, say the speeds some drivers are doing is extremely irresponsible and dangerous.
They have pledged to carry out more checks on the A6.
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