Wednesday 19 April 2017

Residents fear for their safety along McKeachies Drive

BY JESSICA ROUSE

McKeachies Drive in Aberglassyn is feeling more like a race track these days, with residents fearing for their safety along the stretch of road.

The road has become a hot spot for drivers recklessly ignoring the 50km/h speed limit, and residents say it seems to be a race to see who can hit 80km/h the fastest.

One woman had a near miss last week with a driver almost colliding with her head on, as they drove fast enough to start crossing onto her side of the road.

The incident was caught on her dashcam and has sparked a tirade of comments from many residents who fear for their safety.

Many people who live along the road don't even let their children in the front yard to play with fears a car could mount the curb at any moment.