Police nabbed 17 motorists in two hours who were speeding by at least 20km/h through roadworks on the Midland Highway.
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They have warned that speeding motorists endanger the lives of road workers.
The operation targeting high-range offenders was conducted on Tuesday just north of Melton Mowbray after a complaint to police.
Acting Inspector Ian Mathewson said despite clearly marked roadworks and speed reduction signs being displayed, motorists exceeded the speed limits.
He said the speeding motorists endangered the lives of workers carrying out testing on the verge for future improvements to the highway.
“All of those booked had exceeded the limit by at least 20km/h,” Acting Inspector Mathewson said.
“This is not good enough.
“The speeding behaviour of motorists in roadwork sites is putting the lives of road workers at risk.
“Road workers have a right to a safe work environment just as motorists have a right to a safe driving environment.”
Acting Inspector Mathewson said police would continue to enforce speeding offences where roadworks are being conducted.
“Drivers are reminded to obey the posted limits in roadwork areas,” he said.