Police use cardboard "cops" in hi-vis uniforms with speed guns to stop drivers. I tried to too fast.
Two life-size pop-up cops - nicknamed 'Bob' - are to be on duty standing by theroad. Drivers regularly speed on this road.
The first two-dimensional duo are thought to cost about £190 each but was published in B4368 of Manslow,Schrops.
According to West his Mercia Police,this idea borrowed from Scotlandis believed to be a first for the British Army.
Chief Sergeant Damien Kelly, who is managing the trial, said:
``At first glance, Bob makes you check your speed, which is a positive reminder about road safety itself. Thanks for recognizing it right away. Bob is a cutout, so use it wisely and efficiently in conjunction with other anti-speed activities."
Brian Battleworth of Bridgnorth, Co. Shrops said:
Jill Chambers of Craven Arms, Shrops said: said to
However, Neil Carr said:
TaxPayers' AllianceChief Executive Officer John O'Connell said:
"Speeding is a serious problem and taxpayers expect the military to use the money to catch criminals and put Bobby on the beat."