London police seize record $10 million in supercars over one weekend

London police confiscated a record $10 million worth of supercars in just one weekend, as part of a crackdown on antisocial driving. The operation, which ran from Friday to Sunday, saw officers impound 90 vehicles across wealthy areas like Hyde Park, Kensington, and Chelsea.

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The disruption caused by these reckless drivers and boy racers is often worse during the summer months and, as well as putting people at risk, causes significant nuisance for residents and businesses.

This marks the highest value and number of cars seized since the Metropolitan Police launched their initiative against antisocial driving five years ago. Such behavior is defined by authorities as causing excessive noise, street racing, and public nuisance.

Among the seized vehicles was a rare Ferrari Monza SP2, one of only 499 ever made, with a market value of up to $5 million. Police reported the car had just arrived in the UK and lacked insurance, while its driver possessed only a provisional license.

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We regularly hear from local people who are fed up with people driving cars dangerously in the area, or with modifications which make them a nuisance to those who live nearby.

Special Chief Inspector Geoff Tatman, who led the operation, stated that residents frequently complain about dangerous driving and noisy vehicles. "Through operations like this, we're arresting these drivers and seizing their cars so we can keep our roads safe," he said. This year, police gained new powers allowing them to seize vehicles involved in antisocial behavior immediately, rather than issuing warnings.

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Through operations like this, we're arresting these drivers and seizing their cars so we can keep our roads safe.