Two thirds of vehicles checked by police found to have defects

Officers carrying out roadside checks as part of 'Operation Uplift'

Two thirds of drivers stopped on the first night of the police's winter checks campaign were found to have vehicle defects.

The Isle of Man Constabulary's Roads Policing Unit stopped 27 vehicles in Crosby last night, with 18 found to have lighting issues or other minor faults.

One motorist had a defective tyre so badly worn the inner cord was exposed, resulting in the driver receiving a fine and points on their licence.

Officers will have another roadside checkpoint set up in a different location later in the week.

The checks are part of 'Operation Uplift', which aims to keep road users safe during the darker and colder months. You can find out more about the campaign HERE.