Police / Police seek witnesses after vehicle ‘drove at excessive speeds’ near primary school
Officers say the driver reportedly had to carry out an emergency stop to avoid colliding with children crossing the the road
POLICE are looking to speak to witnesses following a report of dangerous driving at the Bell’s Brae Primary School in Lerwick this morning (Monday).
Officers said a white Nissan was said to be travelling at around 9am at excessive speeds, with the vehicle having to carry out an emergency stop to avoid a collision with children crossing.
Police can be contacted on 101.
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