Motorists threatened with fines or ‘losing vehicle’ for breaking common parking rules

Motorists could be and risk having their vehicle towed away for breaking common rules in a fresh crackdown. 

Washwood Heath Police in the West Midlands have warned tickets have been issued to a “number of vehicles” caught parking unsafely.

One driver was found to have “abandoned” his vehicle in the middle of the road with other cars blocking pavements. 

Officers claim motorists were “putting road users at risk” as they called out the problem on social media. 

: “Road safety is paramount – this is why we have issued tickets to a number of vehicles which were abandoned in the road and pavement inappropriately, putting other road users at risk.”

One angry road user called on police to tow vehicles away However, officers confirmed they had already tried but to no avail.

However, they appeared not to rule out using the measure in the future to deal with any more offenders.

Washwood Heath Police added: “We’ve done it before, we’ll do it again… Watch this space!”

Motorists were quick to praise the police’s actions in dealing with the issue and making sure roads were clear. 

X user @Sana23999 said: “Well done. These drivers just don’t care.”

Meanwhile, another user added: “Great efforts, bread and butter. Long may it continue, let’s see. Enjoying this new zero-tolerance approach.”

According to the , motorists on the side of the road. 

Rule 239 states that drivers must stop as close as they can to the side at all times. The law states individuals must ensure you do not hit anyone when opening the door. 

Individuals should check for cyclists or other traffic by looking all around and using their mirrors.

with drivers only advised not to do it elsewhere unless signs permit it. 

have previously warned of the risks associated with

They explained: “Parking on a pavement can obstruct and inconvenience pedestrians, people in wheelchairs, those with visual impairments, and people with prams and pushchairs.”