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Warning after 'shocking' photo shows van driving down dual carriageway carrying huge Christmas tree

Police have issued a warning after a van tried to carry an oversized Christmas tree (Picture: PA)

A “shocking” picture has emerged of a van carrying an enormous Christmas tree on its roof while driving down a dual carriageway.

The image has prompted a warning by police ahead of the festive period.

Posted by a police officer on social media, it shows the tree almost dragging along the tarmac behind the silver car.

The car was travelling on the A38 towards Plymouth on Saturday.

The picture was posted on Wednesday by Peninsula Road Safety Partnership’s PC Jane Bickley, a safety camera unit investigator.

She wrote: “Shocking image spotted on the A38 by one of our speed camera vans over the weekend."

“We all know it’s a hectic time of year in the run-up to Christmas, but please consider the suitability of your vehicle if transporting such a large load,” she added.

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