Mercedes driver gets driving ban for going ‘over 60mph’ on M5

Lee O'Brien was behind the wheel of a Mercedes when was caught by an automatic camera device on the M5 near Worcester.

The case against O'Brien was heard at Worcester Magistrates Court on Thursday, July 25. 

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O'Brien exceeded a temporary 60mph speed limit restriction on the M5 southbound near junction 8 (Strensham). 

The case against O'Brien of William Jessop Way, Liverpool was proved via the single justice procedure on June 20.

He was fined £220, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £88 and costs of £90.

A collection order was made, giving the court extra powers to recover the money.

O'Brien was disqualified from holding or obtaining a driving licence for 24 months.

The disqualification was deemed 'obligatory due to repeat offending'. For this latest speeding offence he received three penalty points.