Fareham police fine uninsured driver after he made a 'costly' hand gesture to passing police car
A MAN from Fareham has been found driving without insurance – after he made an attention-grabbing hand gesture to a passing police car.
Fareham police stopped the car near Brockhurst Gate on Saturday, discovering that the driver was uninsured
Officers said the man’s expressive hand-sign proved to be a ‘costly wave’.
In a social media post, Fareham police said: ‘Word of advice...If you are driving a vehicle without insurance, do not make a hand gesture to a passing police vehicle drawing attention to yourself.
‘A male from Fareham was stopped driving a motor vehicle without insurance.
‘He was reported for summons and can expect a £300 fine and six points on his driving licence.’
By law, drivers must have at least third party motor insurance.