LOGAN’S 2022 road toll stands at 15, only slightly under a horror 2021 tally – and a contributor to a statewide toll which could reach record proportions.
Police will again these school holidays be a heavy presence on the roads.
They’ve launched Operation Spring Break, a mission to crack down on dangerous driver behaviours and help ensure people make it home safely these September school holidays.
The operation continues until October 3, and police across the state will be conducting high visibility and overt patrols, speed detection and static and mobile Random Breath Testing (RBT).
As busy highways and tourist centres experience an influx of motorists, these strategies aim to target:
- Speeding
- Drink and drug driving
- The wearing of seat belts
- Fatigue
- Distraction
Assistant Commissioner Ben Marcus said peak periods like school holidays often mean a higher occurrence of traffic crashes, as travellers navigate long distances and unfamiliar locations.
“It is vital that motorists take responsibility on our roads, ensuring everyone gets home safely starts with the decisions you make behind the wheel,” Asst Commissioner Marcus said.
“You can expect police anywhere, anytime all year round – but these school holidays, Operation Spring Break will see police out visibly in force.”
