Driver receives fine after overtaking a cyclist near Portishead

The offence took place earlier this year. <i>(Image: ASPolice Roads Policing Twitter/X)</i>
The offence took place earlier this year. (Image: ASPolice Roads Policing Twitter/X)
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A DRIVER has received a fine and three points on their licence for "driving without due care."

In May this year, the offence, which took place on the A369 Easton-in-Gordano near Portishead, was captured on #JourneyCam by a cyclist.

The driver pleaded guilty by post, heard at Bath Magistrates' Court in November.

They were fined £195 and three points on their licence.

They also had to pay £110 in costs anda £78 victim surcharge.

Posting on Twitter, a spokesperson from the ASPolice Roads Policing (RPU) team said: "Driving without due care offence captured on #JourneyCam by a cyclist on the A369, Easton in Gordano near Portishead back in May this year.

"Driver pleaded guilty by post, heard at Bath Magistrates Court (11/2023).

"Result: £195 Fine 3 Points £110 costs £78 VS."

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