A RECKLESS driver was caught doing 55mph on a 30mph road in "horrendous" conditions.
The driver was caught on Franche Road yesterday (Tuesday December 7) as police carried out a speed check.
Kidderminster Police tweeted: "Speed enforcement Franche Road Kidderminster, two drivers reported for excess speed, one of which was caught at 55mph!"
The news prompted a shocked response from Wyre Forest Police Inspector David King who put out a warning to drivers to watch their speeds in the wet and windy conditions caused by Storm Barra.
He tweeted: "With one of my Kidderminster teams when this happened.
"Had to check twice...! Yes it was 55mph in a 30mph zone.
"It's 30 for a reason and the conditions were horrendous.
"Give yourself extra time for journeys so you're not running late and more importantly, watch your speed."
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