The incident occurred on the M40 between junction 8a with Wheatley and 11 with Banbury in Oxfordshire today, Friday, April 10, during an operation by Thames Valley Police.

Officers were deployed to the motorway to crackdown on road safety related offences, including drug or drink driving, no insurance, using a mobile phone and others.

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During the operation, officers said a large goods vehicle “blasted” the horn at officers and was chased down and stopped by the police.

The lorry was chased down for ‘blasting’ its horn at police (Image: Thames Valley Police)

He then failed a roadside drugs wipe and were taken into custody, which “may well lead to them losing their driving licence”, according to the force.

A spokesperson for the police said: “During the shift, a large goods vehicle thought it would be a good idea to blast their horn at one of our officers working on the hard shoulder.

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“Unfortunately for that driver, the officer had just finished with a previous motorist and had time to locate, follow, and stop the horn blasting individual.

“Their day took a swift turn south when they failed a roadside drugs wipe and were taken to custody to provide a blood sample — which may well lead to them losing their driving licence.”

In total, 32 vehicles were dealt with during the operation, including 13 for seat belt offences, five for driving using a mobile phone, and seven for careless driving.

Thames Valley Police officers in Oxfordshire were ‘alerted’ to a van travelling on the A34 displaying false registration plates this afternoon, Friday, April 10.

Police said that following a ‘tactical pursuit and containment’ the vehicle was brought to a stop.

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Checks then revealed the van was uninsured and was showing multiple fault warning lights, making it dangerous to drive.

A spokesperson for the force said: “The vehicle has been seized and prohibited from further use until the defects are repaired. The driver will be reported for the relevant offences.”

It comes after a police operation on the M40 in Oxfordshire discovered 32 vehicles committing road safety offences on the same day, ranging from not wearing a seat belt to drug driving.

Jawaid Malik, from Oxford, has supported people through the Oxfordshire Shared Lives scheme for more than 20 years.

Since 2005, Mr Malik and his wife Rahat have cared for people in their own home, including one who is now nearing 40 years old.

Their work has been described as ‘unwavering’ and guided by kindness and grace.

Mr Malik, a magistrate and long-serving community volunteer, said: “It is humbling and a real honour to be appointed High Sheriff of Oxfordshire, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to serve local residents.

“Supporting people and giving back to the community has always been at the heart of what my family and I do, and I’m proud to be able to continue that service in this role.”

The couple began their Shared Lives journey in 2004 after responding to a local newspaper advert seeking carers for a young person who needed a long-term home.

Their wider family has played an active part in their caring, including their daughter, Sana, who has also become a Shared Lives carer.

Councillor Tim Bearder, Oxfordshire County Council’s cabinet member for adult social care, said: “Jawaid’s appointment as High Sheriff is richly deserved.

“His long-standing commitment to supporting people through Shared Lives, alongside his wider public service, perfectly reflects the values of compassion, community and leadership that this role represents.”

The High Sheriff is a ceremonial officer representing the King for matters of law and order within the county.

Although largely symbolic, the role supports the judiciary, police, and community organisations, and includes attending civic events and promoting voluntary and charitable work.

Each appointment lasts for one year, from April to April.

Rahat worked as a teaching assistant before retiring earlier this year.

She has said she hopes to continue helping others in new ways.

The people the family care for attend a local Community Support Service.

Staff have praised the couple for treating those they support ‘as if they are their own family’.

Oxfordshire County Council continues to encourage new carers to join the Shared Lives scheme.

The council said: “Jawaid’s appointment as High Sheriff recognises not only his formal public service, but also the quieter, long‑term commitment shown through opening his home and family life to others – reflecting the values at the heart of the Shared Lives scheme.”