Major Police Crackdown Nets Arrests and Seizures in Folkestone
In a sweeping operation targeting road safety violations, Kent Police teamed up with Folkestone & Hythe Council and other officials to clamp down on dangerous driving and traffic offences. The action, held on Wednesday 27 August, saw dozens of reports, arrests, and vehicle seizures.
Operation Details: Where and How
About 20 officers were deployed using a mix of marked and unmarked patrols. Static checkpoints were set up on key routes including Dover Road, Tontine Street, and Shorncliffe Road. The focus: catching reckless drivers, enforcing traffic laws, and busting drink and drug driving offenders.
Results: Arrests, Seizures, and Penalties
- 2 arrests for suspected drug driving
- 1 taxi driver arrested on suspicion of drug driving
- 1 recall to prison after cops spotted a wanted person undercover
- 31 Traffic Offence Reports issued for speeding, mobile phone use, no insurance, and no seatbelt
- 4 e-scooters seized for being unsafe or illegal
- 1 rental van seized for suspected fake documents and invalid insurance
Police Warning and Ongoing Campaign
PC Kevin Marsh said: “This operation highlights the benefits of partnership working and proactive engagement. By removing dangerous drivers and illegal vehicles from the roads, we are making Folkestone a safer place both on and off the roads.
We would also like to remind the public that if you are found riding an unsafe or illegal vehicle, such as an e-bike or e-scooter, you must prepare for it to be seized or face potential prosecution.”
Kent Police confirmed this enforcement is part of a wider road safety campaign across the district, with more operations planned in the coming months.
