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Durham Police Stop Coach Driver Caught Texting on A19

Officers say the empty coach was drifting between lanes near Castle Eden.

Overview

  • Durham Constabulary reported the coach was seen moving between lanes on the A19, prompting evasive action by other motorists.
  • Officers pulled alongside the vehicle and observed the driver actively texting on a mobile phone.
  • When stopped, the driver told police he was texting about his next job, according to the force.
  • Police confirmed there were no passengers on board at the time of the stop on Tuesday evening in County Durham.
  • A ticket was issued on the roadside, with penalty points and a fine expected, and the incident was shared with a photo on social media.