Drivers Caught Texting Behind The Wheel As They Drive Past 10 Uniformed Officers On M5

Two motorists were caught texting while driving on the M5 this afternoon (Monday, September 28).

bristolpost.co.uk

The pair passed 10 uniformed police officers while committing the offence near Tiverton, on the south side of the motorway.

Notices of intended prosecution have now been sent out to them.

Alliance Roads Policing tweeted: "To the two drivers this afternoon heading south on the M5 near Tiverton texting on your phones as you passed 10 uniformed police officers dealing with a collision: I saw you, I have your registration numbers, and you've won a prize.

"Notices of Intended Prosecution in the post."

Dozens of people responded to the post.

One person wrote: "Points and fine really should be doubled up for the stupidity - did they not even notice either the crash or the police in attendance?"

While someone else said: "Great news, I've nearly been wiped out a few times on my motorbike when people text an drive.

"Take the driving licence away an crush the car, van or wagon. Will stop overnight."

Another person said: "Brilliant. Texting whilst driving is just unacceptable."