Over 100 cars seized in insurance crackdown

The seizures were part of a week-long collaboration between South Yorkshire Police and the Motor Insurers' Bureau

Over 100 cars have been seized and held by police in South Yorkshire after they were found to be uninsured.

Between 10-17 November, 106 vehicles were seized by officers as part of a collaboration with the Motor Insurers' Bureau, according to South Yorkshire Police.

A force spokesperson said uninsured drivers were more likely to be involved in criminality.

Roads Policing Sgt Martyn Micklethwaite said: "People see driving without insurance as a victimless crime, but that couldn't be further from the truth. Lives are put at risk, as those who are willing to drive without insurance are more likely to take greater risks and be involved in fatal and serious collisions."

"Law-abiding people also pay the price for their consequences with higher premiums," he added.

South Yorkshire Police usually seized an average of 10 vehicles each day, but during the enforcement week that number rose to 15, the force spokesperson said.

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