Driver fined for going ‘over 40mph’ on motorway near Worcester

Simon Dodd was caught speeding on the M5 between junction 5 (Droitwich) and 4a (Catshill) northbound when he was captured speeding by an automatic camera device.

The case was heard at Worcester Magistrates Court on Thursday when Dodd was fined for breaking a temporary motorway speed limit.

Dodd of Broadmeadow Green, Bilston, exceeded the variable speed limit in a Mercedes on January 18 this year.

The regulations, in force at the time between junctions 4a and 6, meant that drivers were prohibited from going over 40 miles per hour.

Dodd was found guilty via the single justice procedure on Thursday, August 1.

He was fined £138, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £55 and costs of £90.

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

The defendant's guilty plea was taken into account when imposing sentence.

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