Caught speeding - Smith was caught in London Road, Stanway (Image: Google)
A SPEEDING driver caught out in Stanway has been handed penalty points on his licence.
Lewis Smith, 34, was clocked speeding while driving a Vauxhall Astra in London Road on May 31 of last year.
Colchester Magistrates’ Court heard Smith was driving at 45mph in a 30mph limit.
It was also said the speed limit was signified by street lighting placed at fewer than 200 yard intervals.
Smith, of Northrepps, Cromer, admitted the offence when he appeared before magistrates.
He was handed four point on his licence and ordered to pay £114 in a fine and victim surcharge.
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