A Darlington man has been fined and named in court for speeding on a busy road.

Michael Widdas. 37 of Saltersgate Road, Darlington had his case heard before Lincolnshire Magistrates Court on Friday, January 12.

He was caught going above the 40mph limit in place on the A17 while driving a Volvo.

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An automatic camera device caught Widdas going 46mph, six mph over the speed limit.

He was fined £220 and disqualified from holding a driving licence for six months.

Widdas was also made to pay £88 to victim services and £110 in court costs.