London Police Seize $10 Million in Supercars in One Weekend

London police have seized a record $10 million worth of supercars over one weekend in an operation targeting antisocial and dangerous driving in affluent London neighborhoods. The operation, which took place between Friday and Sunday, resulted in the impoundment of 90 vehicles, the highest number and value of cars seized since the operation launched five years ago.

The seized vehicles included a rare Ferrari Monza SP2, one of only 499 made, valued at nearly $5 million. The car had been in the UK for only one day and had no insurance. The driver, who was on a provisional driving license, was not authorized to drive the vehicle.

Fifteen of the 90 vehicles were seized under new powers allowing police to confiscate them rather than give a warning if involved in antisocial behavior. The operation was carried out in collaboration with the Motor Insurers' Bureau and targeted uninsured vehicles and dangerous driving around Hyde Park, Kensington, and Chelsea.

In addition to the vehicle seizures, a man was arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods and money laundering after being found with 19 bank cards in other people's names and more than £2,500 in cash. The operation is part of a broader effort to curb antisocial driving in London, which includes behaviors such as street racing, cruising in convoys, and causing unnecessary noise pollution.

What's Next The seized vehicles will be held by the police until further notice, and the drivers may face penalties and fines for their involvement in antisocial behavior. The operation is a significant step in the police's efforts to reduce dangerous driving in London and to hold accountable those who engage in such behavior.

The success of the operation is a testament to the effectiveness of the police's new powers and their collaboration with the Motor Insurers' Bureau. It is likely that similar operations will be carried out in the future to continue to curb antisocial driving in London.