Reports of Antisocial Driving in Britannia Car Park, Tadcaster

Reports of Antisocial Driving in Britannia Car Park, Tadcaster

North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information following reports of antisocial driving taking place within the Britannia Car Park in Tadcaster.

Concerns have been raised by members of the public that a small number of motorists are using the car park as a “mini race track”, engaging in dangerous manoeuvres and irresponsible driving behaviour. This type of activity will not be tolerated.

Officers would like to remind drivers of the legislation surrounding Section 59 of the Police Reform Act 2002.

A Section 59 warning can be issued to any driver who is found to be using a vehicle in a manner that causes alarm, distress, or annoyance to the public, including careless or inconsiderate driving.

What a Section 59 warning means

The warning stays in place for 12 months.

If the same driver, or the same vehicle, is involved in further antisocial driving during that time, police have the power to seize and remove the vehicle.

Recovery and storage fees must be paid by the owner before the vehicle is returned.

In some cases, vehicles may be destroyed if not collected within the legal time-frame.

We want to reassure the public that this area is already being actively patrolled by local Neighbourhood Policing officers, and further targeted patrols will continue.

Anyone who witnesses antisocial driving, or has information that could help identify those responsible is encouraged to report it to North Yorkshire Police on 101, or online via the North Yorkshire Police website.

If a crime is in progress or someone is in immediate danger, always dial 999.

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Nicholas Woods
(Police, Police Constable, Selby)