First pictures from Operation Snap

Police have allowed people to upload dash cam footage

The incident was reported under Operation Snap, an online system launched by Devon & Cornwall Police to accept video and images from dashcams and mobile phones as evidence of traffic offences.

The latest images taken from a motorcycle show a white vehicle overtaking in a built-up area.

They were published on the Operation Snap Twitter account with the comment: “This terrible overtake in Paignton was submitted today. 

“How the white Land Rover misses the motorcyclist is beyond me.

Notice of Intended Prosecution in the post. The driver can expect points & a fine!”

Devon and Cornwall Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez shared the images on Twitter with the message: “We now have eyes everywhere. Our community is helping us tackle dangerous driving.

“Please be on your best behaviour every time you’re behind the wheel. You have been warned!”

Other pictures shared by Operation Snap on the social media platform include two incidents of drivers going the wrong way around roundabouts.

The secure portal funded with £100,000 from the Department for Transport was launched by the force on July 17.

Images can be uploaded on the Devon and Cornwall Police website.

There are strict about what evidence police will consider and the system cannot be used for collisions or parking complaints.

Mrs Hernandez said at the launch: “I know that there are thousands of motorists, cyclists and riders out there who are sick of having their lives and the lives of others put at risk by dangerous driving and I’m delighted that they can now play a fuller part in bringing dangerous drivers to book.”

Chief Inspector Adrian Leisk, head of roads policing, said: “We have been receiving complaints from members of the public about dangerous and anti-social driving for some time, and there is a significant demand for a facility such as Operation Snap.

“It allows us to effectively deal with digital footage and photos of traffic offences in a safe and secure way, whilst making the investigation process simple and straightforward for the police and members of the public.”