New camera deployed on busy Portsmouth roundabout after public demand over 'dangerous issues'
New camera deployed in bid to stamp out problems
A new CCTV camera has been deployed on a Cosham roundabout following public demand over “issues” raised.
Police said in “response to increasing reports from residents”, a deployable CCTV camera provided by Portsmouth City Council has now been installed on the roundabout by Lakeside and King George V Playing Fields.
The force said the camera had been installed to stamp out “dangerous” motorbike riding in the area and was not intended to target “lawful riders”.
A police statement said: “This has been put in place to help address ongoing issues with motorcycle anti‑social behaviour and dangerous riding, particularly during the evenings. As the weather improves, this behaviour tends to increase and is consistently raised as one of the biggest concerns by our community.
“To be clear, this is not about targeting sensible, lawful riders. The intention is to focus on the small minority who ride at excessive speeds or in a dangerous manner, putting themselves, other road users, and pedestrians at risk.”
The camera will assist police in identifying riders committing road traffic offences and can support enforcement action and prosecutions where appropriate.
Police added: “We ask all riders to ride safely, responsibly, and within the law, and to be considerate of everyone who uses our roads and public spaces. Thank you for continuing to report issues and helping us keep Cosham safe.”