Motorcyclist exceeds 120 mph

LEADBURN , Scotland, May 1 (UPI) -- Scottish police said a motorcyclist pulled over during a recent crackdown on road offenders was traveling faster than 120 mph.

Officers said the motorcycle's speed was one of the fastest police have recorded in the Leadburn area in recent years, The Scotsman reported Thursday.

Lothian and Borders Police said more than 260 motorists were cited for violations during the April 21-28 crackdown. They said traveling without a seat belt was the most common violation, with 176 cited for the violation. An additional 87 people were cited for speeding.

"While it is disappointing that some motorists still behave in an irresponsible way, the majority of people are well aware of the law, and act accordingly," said Superintendent Alan Duncan, of Lothian and Borders Police's road policing unit. "The force is determined to keep reducing the number of casualties on our roads, and initiatives like these demonstrate our commitment making our roads safer for everyone."