Speed Camera Issues 6,000 Fines in Eight Weeks

A new speed camera on Ashburton Road in Newton Abbot, Devon, has generated significant controversy after issuing nearly 6,000 penalties within eight weeks of activation. Local drivers criticize the camera for being obscured by bushes and claim inadequate signage, arguing it prioritizes revenue generation over safety. Despite the outrage, authorities defend the camera, citing prior serious accidents and high-speed violations in the area. Supporters believe that adherence to speed limits should be the responsibility of drivers, regardless of camera visibility.

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