Police take action against anti-social driving
Officers from Cumbria Constabulary's Eden team carried out high-visibility patrols in the area last night (February 16).
During the patrol, officers observed a driver operating their vehicle in a manner deemed below the standard of a safe and competent driver.
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The driver was issued a traffic offence report for driving without due care and attention and making excessive noise.
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A Section 59 warning under the Police Reform Act was also issued.
Police have warned that if the driver or vehicle is seen engaging in anti-social behaviour again it will be seized.
The action follows complaints from the public regarding noise and dangerous driving in Kirkby Stephen Car Park.
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