Drivers wreak 'havoc' in Doncaster car park

Drivers wreak ‘havoc’ in Doncaster car park

Drivers wreaked ‘havoc’ on Saturday evening after dozens gathered to attend a car meet in Doncaster, according to South Yorkshire Police.

Officers say those involved were seen driving around “like fools” – the incident resulted in a collision, and forced a nearby shop to close early.

It comes after the force warned that it would take the strongest action against offending drivers.

One resident said that a convoy of around 40 cars tailgating one another had overtaken him on the M18 prior to the incident.

“Doesn’t make sense,” he added.

“They were doing over 100 mph, it only took one to brake and the convoy would have been a multiple pile up. That’s not even considerate driving to their mates.”

Writing on social media, on Saturday evening the force reiterated its message. A spokesperson said:

“Despite tonight’s persistent rain, car enthusiasts from all over have attended in Doncaster to show off their cars to each other.

“Not satisfied with just looking at each others cars, they’ve decided they would drive around like fools and cause havoc causing a collision and a shop, which was still open, to close early due to the car park being used by them antisocially.

“This sort of behaviour causes us to become rather annoyed as despite enjoying all things motorised ourselves, we don’t take kindly to the disruption caused by the antisocial behaviour and disregard for others’ safety.”

Drivers wreak 'havoc' in Doncaster car park — South Yorkshire Police.

“South Yorkshire Police will not tolerate this sort of behaviour and where possible the strongest action will be taken against offending drivers,” a spokesperson continued.

“Whether you’re an enthusiast or not we all have a responsibility to be safe on the roads. If you think that South Yorkshire is the place to come and meet to behave like this then it’s time to think again.”

Police closed the car park with the majority of drivers still inside.

Each car was checked prior to leaving. Any modifications were listed and reported to insurance companies, meaning any not covered will be reported to court and could have their policies cancelled or increased.

A number of defects and illegal modifications have also seen s will see the vehicle seized and drivers prosecuted, according to the force.

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