A total of 12 offences were detected by police during dedicated patrols at Inverness retail parks following complaints of anti-social behaviour.
Over 40 vehicles were stopped by police during patrols on Friday, January 21.
During the patrols, a 22-year-old male who had previously been issued with an anti-social behaviour order had his vehicle seized.
Officers also detected 12 different offences in action, including speeding in built up areas and document offences.
Two drivers were also caught committing drink driving offences, two were drug drivers and two were issued with anti-social behaviour orders.
The operation at Rose Street car park, Inverness Shopping Park at Eastfield Way and Inshes Retail Park was in response to community concerns over boy racers and anti-social driving.
‘Designed to reassure our communities’
The patrols were a move made by police in the area to show that they are listening to locals complaints and are committed to dealing with them.
A police spokeswoman said officers stopped and checked more than 40 vehicles during the evening.
She said: “The offences included speeding in built-up areas, document offences, two drink-driving offences, two drug drivers and two drivers were issued with anti-social behaviour orders.
“The offences were detected by means of defects being observed, the manner of driving or positive interaction with vehicle occupants.
“Where impairment had been suspected by officers, breathalyser and or drug wipe would have been used.”
She continued: “A 22-year-old male had his vehicle seized by officers for the manner of his driving and having previously been issued with an anti-social behaviour order.
“Those who are the subject of a report to the procurator fiscal have yet to appear at court.”
Road policing sergeant Alasdair MacKay said: “We are aware of complaints of excessive noise in the evenings from the community in relation to the Inshes retail park.
“These proactive patrols are designed to reassure our communities that we are both listening and responding to their concerns while aiming at improving road safety throughout the Highlands and Islands.”
Mr MacKay highlighted young drivers, warning that action would be taken if they were found to be driving irresponsibly.
He said: “Police are aware that the majority of young drivers are law-abiding but for those who do choose to participate in anti-social behaviour, such as speeding, wheel-spinning, revving or creating a disturbance, this type of activity will not be tolerated and drivers are warned that they could face court action or having their vehicle seized.”
