The police officials apparently utilized a high-end van, which was equipped with advanced tools integrated with artificial intelligence, like the two cameras that were used in capturing videos of the driver’s offense. 

The first camera was installed at a slight angle to the van, allowing the operators to ascertain if the mobile phones are near to the car driver’s ear and whether or not they have their seatbelts fastened.

The second camera, on the other hand, was placed at a more steep view, in order to check if the phones are in fact used for texting purposes.

Once, the offenses are identified through the AI-equipped tools, the results gained are further reviewed manually and double-checked by a ‘human’ to pass the data to the police.

Through the success in conducting this operation, the police are now able to inspect how many people use their phones while seated on the driving seat, and those who are careless with the safety gears. This further showcases how prolific these offenses are, as told by Simon Gomer, who is heading the safer roads unit. 

According to Mr. Gomer, "These are very exciting times and this has been a great opportunity for both forces to utilize the latest in AI technology[…]But the results we've had from just one week sadly show how prolific these offenses are." "We will continue to spread the message that distracted driving kills, these offences will be punished, and social habits need to change," he said.

So far, the van has identified 86 drivers, on suspicion of using their phones while driving, 273 drivers (or passengers) who were not wearing seatbelts, and around 132 other mechanical offences pertaining to vehicle-based issues in the recent week-long operation. Moreover, around five drivers have been detained with charges of drug-driving and disqualified driving and the numbers will only increase.