Audi Driver Endangers Others with Reckless Maneuvers on M5

An incident of reckless driving on the M5 motorway has prompted a call for witnesses from local authorities. A driver operating a white Audi TT was reported to have dangerously swerved across all three lanes, pulling in front of another vehicle and then brake-checking the driver. Fortunately, the affected motorist was not injured but was left shaken by the encounter.

The incident occurred on the southbound carriageway near junction 12 at approximately 15:30 on Wednesday, October 15, 2023. According to a statement from Gloucestershire Police, the actions of the Audi driver posed a significant risk to other road users.

Police Appeal for Witnesses and Dashcam Footage

Authorities are now appealing for information from anyone who may have witnessed the dangerous driving or possesses dashcam footage that could aid in the investigation. The police have emphasized the importance of such evidence, particularly any recordings that may show the Audi prior to the incident.

In their official statement, Gloucestershire Police noted, “Officers investigating a report of dangerous driving on the M5 earlier this month are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage. It was reported that the driver of a white Audi TT drove across all three lanes of the carriageway before pulling back out in front of another car and brake-checking the driver in a dangerous manner.”

In addition to seeking immediate witnesses, police are encouraging those who may have seen the Audi before the event to come forward.

How to Provide Information

Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact Gloucestershire Police online by completing a designated form and quoting incident number 288 of October 15. The police are particularly interested in any mobile phone footage that may assist the investigation.

To report information online, individuals can visit the official Gloucestershire Police website at the following link: https://www.gloucestershire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/.

As investigations continue, authorities stress the critical role that public cooperation plays in ensuring road safety and holding reckless drivers accountable.