A Swindon man has been banned from driving after being caught behind the wheel on a cocktail of cocaine. Liam Harvey, 30, from Abbey Meads, was stopped by police in Trowbridge Close on March 28, 2020, after officers suspected he was under the influence.

Caught Red-Handed with Cocaine

A roadside drugs test came back positive for cocaine. Harvey was promptly arrested but insisted he was innocent. The court disagreed. After a trial at Swindon Magistrates Court, he was found guilty of drug driving.

Driving Ban and Fines Hit Hard

  • 12-month driving disqualification
  • £101 fine
  • £.

    “It is so disappointing to see people continuing to take these risks. The Roads Policing Unit here at Wiltshire Police is committed to keeping our roads safe and we will do all that we can to target individuals who drive under the influence of drugs.”

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