North Yorkshire Police warns Harrogate motorists to clear cars of snow and ice before driving

By Lucy Chappell
Published 15th Mar 2023, 10:40 BST
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North Yorkshire Police have issued a warning to motorists to ensure they clear their front windscreens of snow and ice before driving.

North Yorkshire Roads Policing Officers stopped a car in Ripon over the weekend after finding the front windscreen covered in snow and ice while driving.

On a Facebook post this morning, North Yorkshire Police said: “It's a cold start to the day so don't make the same mistake as this motorist in Ripon over the weekend.

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“When one of our Roads Policing Officers stopped him on Harrogate Road, this was the state of his front windscreen.

North Yorkshire Police have issued a warning to motorists to ensure they clear their front windscreens of snow and ice before drivingNorth Yorkshire Police have issued a warning to motorists to ensure they clear their front windscreens of snow and ice before driving
North Yorkshire Police have issued a warning to motorists to ensure they clear their front windscreens of snow and ice before driving

"Imagine if a child had run out in front of the car.”

The driver of the car is now facing three points added to his license and a £100 fine.

The Facebook post added: “Stay safe on the roads and remember, your windscreen must be clear of all ice and snow so your view is unobstructed.”