A man wearing a Deadpool costume cautions drivers to slow down after his cat was hit and killed.

Two weeks ago, Mark Spaven's beloved cat, Groot, was fatally struck by a speeding car on their street. This heartbreaking incident left his wife in a state of grief and Mark himself feeling frustrated and helpless. Despite his numerous complaints to the council, drivers continued to zoom past his house on Cavendish Drive in Nottinghamshire, completely disregarding the 30mph speed limit.

Fueled by his love for Marvel comics, Mark, a 59-year-old warehouse leader, came up with a unique way to combat this issue. He decided to dress up as the famous Deadpool and stand along the road, holding a homemade sign that read "slow down please". His hope was that this attention-grabbing outfit would make drivers think twice before speeding and potentially causing harm to others.

But Mark's frustration with speeding drivers goes beyond just his cat's death. He recalls several close calls where he narrowly avoided being hit himself while crossing the road. He also mentions how many other residents in the community have shared similar experiences of almost getting hit by speeding cars.

Mark's efforts have not gone unnoticed, as local Labour MP Michael Payne has shown support for his cause. Mark's ultimate goal is to have the speed limit on Cavendish Drive lowered from 30mph to 20mph, in order to make the area safer for both pedestrians and drivers. The council has stated that they will consider installing speed limit signs and temporary interactive speed signs in the area.

It's clear that Mark's actions are not just fueled by the loss of his beloved pet, but also by a genuine concern for the safety of those in his community. He reminds drivers that speeding is not a victimless act and urges them to think twice before putting themselves and others at risk. With support from his community and local officials, Mark hopes to make a positive impact and bring awareness to the dangers of speeding on Cavendish Drive.

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