Moorabbin Highway Patrol officers have impounded a car after it was detected allegedly speeding in a school zone in Clarinda.
Police detected a white Mercedes allegedly travelling at speeds of up to 76-kmh on Kingston Rd about 2.45pm on November 15.
The Mercedes was intercepted by police who determined the driver, a 60-year-old Springvale South man, had a suspended licence.
The Mercedes was impounded at a cost of $992.52 for 30 days.
The man is expected to be charged on summons with drive whilst authorisation suspended and exceed the speed limit by more than 30-kmh.
“Road safety around schools is particularly important, as children are one of our most vulnerable road user groups,” said a police representative.
“It’s vital that motorists take extra care around schools and adhere to the reduced speed limits, which are designed to keep children safe.
“Police regularly enforce in school zones and are on the lookout for a range of offences, including speeding, using a mobile device while driving and failing to stop at a pedestrian crossing.
“In addition to enforcement, education is essential and we encourage all parents, carers and teachers to talk to children about pedestrian safety.
“Police are also regularly engaging with schools and talking to students in classrooms on a range of topics, including road safety.
“Each of us needs to do all we can to make sure children are safe around roads, particularly when travelling to and from school,” the representative said.