Police in Derry/Londonderry seized a number of vehicles as part of a recent road safety operation.
Foyleside and The Moor Neighbourhood officers, working closely with Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA) transport enforcement colleagues and assisted by Tactical Group Support colleagues, conducted the operation in the city on 21st and 22nd September.
On some of the vehicles checked, tyres were detected to be below the legal limit. On one vehicle, a modified suspension fell out of the vehicle when risen on the inspection ramp.
In total, 14 vehicles were seized with a number having prohibition notices being placed on them. A number of fixed penalty notices were issued and three motorists will be reported to the Public Prosecution Service. Additionally, three vehicles operating as illegal taxis were also seized.