Court / Careless driver fined
A YOUNG motorist who overtook other cars while runners were engaged in a race at Gulberwick has admitted driving without due care and attention.
Hakki Spence became frustrated and over took two cars, pulling in so sharply they had to brake hard to avoid a collision, Lerwick Sheriff Court heard on Wednesday.
He made the manoeuvre in the face of oncoming traffic and pedestrians taking part in a foot race who were heading in the opposite direction.
Spence, 21, of Wester Quarff admitted the offence which took place on 16 June.
Sheriff Ian Cruickshank said that Spence’s driving could have had “very serious consequences” for other drivers and pedestrians. He fined him £400 and ordered his licence endorsed with seven penalty points.
Become a supporter of Shetland News
Shetland News is asking its many readers to consider start paying for their dose of the latest local news delivered straight to their PC, tablet or mobile phone.
Journalism comes at a price and because that price is not being paid in today’s rapidly changing media world, most publishers - national and local - struggle financially despite very healthy audience figures.
Most online publishers have started charging for access to their websites, others have chosen a different route. Shetland News currently has over 440 supporters who are all making small voluntary financial contributions. All funds go towards covering our cost and improving the service further.
Your contribution will ensure Shetland News can: -
- Bring you the headlines as they happen;
- Stay editorially independent;
- Give a voice to the community;
- Grow site traffic further;
- Research and publish more in-depth news, including more Shetland Lives features.
If you appreciate what we do and feel strongly about impartial local journalism, then please become a supporter of Shetland News by either making a single payment or monthly subscription.
Support us from as little as £3 per month – it only takes a minute to sign up. Thank you.
Support Shetland News
