Police seize 13 supercars on M11
Vehicles taken after reports of dangerous driving and excessive speed near Stansted Airport.
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Thirteen supercars were seized by Essex Police on the M11 on July 28 following reports of dangerous and anti-social driving. The convoy, which included Lamborghinis, Audi R8s, a Ferrari, and a Porsche, was travelling northbound near Junction 8, close to Stansted Airport.
The incident occurred at approximately 4.20pm when Essex Police received multiple reports from the public. Witnesses described drivers accelerating to excessive speeds before braking suddenly and bunching together, disrupting traffic flow. Some drivers were also reported to be using the hard shoulder to overtake.
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Officers located the vehicles at services near Junction 8. Essex Police issued 13 warnings for anti-social driving and seized all 13 vehicles. The force stated that a number of offences have been identified for investigation and further enquiries are ongoing.
The behaviour reported to us was not only anti-social but potentially placed other road users at serious risk, especially on a busy motorway during peak travel times.
Sergeant Will Willsher, Essex Police
Sergeant Will Willsher of Essex Police commented that the reported behaviour posed a serious risk to other road users. He added that Roads Policing Unit officers acted quickly to locate the cars and take enforcement action, reminding all road users that speed limits are in place for safety.
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Essex Police are appealing for witnesses who may have dash cam footage of the vehicles travelling northbound on the M11 around the time of the incident to come forward. Information can be provided by calling 101.
Questions this report answers
+What kind of cars were seized by police?
Essex Police seized 13 supercars, including Lamborghinis, Audi R8s, a Ferrari, and a Porsche. These high-performance vehicles were taken after reports of dangerous driving on the M11 near Stansted Airport.
+Where exactly did the incident happen?
The incident occurred on the M11 northbound near Junction 8, close to Stansted Airport. Witnesses reported dangerous driving in this area at around 4.20pm on July 28.
+What offences are police investigating?
Essex Police are investigating multiple offences linked to anti-social driving, excessive speeding, sudden braking, and misuse of the hard shoulder. Thirteen warnings were issued, and all vehicles were seized as part of the enforcement action.
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