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Drug drive arrest in Chatham after car overtakes unmarked police car

12:22, 03 January 2022

updated: 16:51, 04 January 2022

A person has been arrested on suspicion of drug driving after being pulled over by police in Chatham.

Officers stopped a vehicle in Walderslade Road after it carried out a 'cheeky overtake' of an unmarked patrol car at speed on a residential street last night.

Officers carried out a roadside drug test. Picture: @KentPoliceRoads
Officers carried out a roadside drug test. Picture: @KentPoliceRoads

They carried out a roadside drugs test which showed a positive result for cocaine.

A 24-year-old man from Chatham was arrested on suspicion of driving while unfit through drugs, and was taken into custody before being released pending further investigation.

The roads unit also stopped another car in the town after it was flagged up for not being insured or taxed.

The policy had reportedly been cancelled due to the bill not being paid.

The vehicle was recovered and the driver has been reported for offences.

Police stopped two vehicles in Chatham including one which wasn't taxed or insured. Picture: @KentPoliceRoads
Police stopped two vehicles in Chatham including one which wasn't taxed or insured. Picture: @KentPoliceRoads

The latest action comes just a day after a number of vehicles were clocked travelling at more than 90 mph on the A2.

Kent Police have been contacted for more information.

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