Preston driver reported after children found unrestrained in uninsured vehicle
A driver has been reported after police stopped a vehicle being driven by a provisional licence holder who was not properly supervised and was uninsured.
Lancashire Police Specialist Operations shared details of the incident on social media on Sunday, January 25, warning motorists to ensure their licence and insurance are in order.
According to police, the driver was only a provisional licence holder and was driving without the required supervision. Officers also found that the vehicle was not insured.
Children travelling in the vehicle were also found to be unrestrained, placing them at serious risk of injury.
Police said the appropriate paperwork was issued at the scene.
In a post, Lancashire Police said: “Please ensure that your licence status and insurance are in order.
“This vehicle was being driven by a provisional licence holder, who was not properly supervised and he was not insured.
“Children in the vehicle were also unrestrained.”
If you have any concerns about crime in your area, call 101 or report it online at https://doitonline.lancashire.police.uk/.
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