A speed trap is a revenue source. If the cops wanted to find drugs or something, they'd go to the poorer part of town. This was in a suburban part of town near a wealthy part of town, so they're not likely looking for drugs and whatnot, they're just trying to get some easy speeding fines.

Regardless, it's unhelpful. I've seen multiple people get pulled over there, and they are not driving recklessly at all. I know where the cops tend to hide, so fortunately I haven't gotten pulled over.

And no, I'm not assuming good faith, I'm just assuming they're trying to make some quota for the month, or maybe the officer is trying for a promotion or something. Regardless, it's stupid and I'd much rather they spend their time tracking down stolen bikes or something.