Failed roadside tests are becoming an increasing theme when vehicles are pulled over, with one man becoming so violent after he was stopped that part of the M6 had to be closed off for safety.
On social media, people praised the police for their swift efforts.
One person commented: “What a whopper. Great work”.
In another case, a learner driver under the influence of cocaine was found driving alone and without L plates in Blackpool town centre.
In Preston, a BMW Z3 driver failed a roadside test for drugs and then refused a formal blood test in custody.
For more on what’s been happening on our roads this week, click on the pages below.
5. False plates
This distinctive Audi was stopped in Blackpool on March 5. Checks found it to be on false plates, disguising the fact it had no insurance. The driver also had an expired driving licence The vehicle was seized. Photo: Lancs Police
6. Boxed in
This Nissan Micra was stopped initially on Stanley Street, Preston by police patrols, before failing to stop. It was then pursued before being boxed in on North Road. The driver failed to provide a roadside drug test and was arrested for 'multiple offences' according to a police spokesman. Photo: Lancs Police
7. Police helicopter
In Blackpool these two bikes seen by the Lancashire Police Dogs Unit being ridden in an anti-social manner and failed to stop. Pursuit mitigation tactics were implemented with support from the police helicopter, which located them without incident. The two riders have been reported for motoring offences. Photo: Lancs Police
8. BMW Z3
This BMW Z3 was stopped by police in Percy Street, Preston. The driver failed a roadside test for cannabis and was arrested. In custody, he refused to take an evidential blood test, and was charged with drug-driving. Photo: Lancs Police