About 530 people suspected of drinking and driving were arrested in various operations across the province since December 1, 2024 to date.
MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Jackie Macie applauded the law enforcement agencies for their contribution towards reducing deadly crashes by bringing these suspects to book.
“We should not only end up with arresting errant and drunk drivers on the road. They must also be punished so that our road safety messages are taken to heart by all. Drinking alcohol before taking to the road has left many families and communities distraught as they had to deal with deadly consequences of subsequent road crashes,” Macie stated.
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He also urged communities to report any bad driver behaviour, including those who drive while intoxicated.
Meanwhile, the provincial traffic law enforcement officers have stopped about 105 000 vehicles. Over 35000 vehicles especially, heavy motor vehicles, went through various weighbridges across the province since the beginning of the holiday season.
So far, 18 235 summonses were issued to motorists for various offences, mostly moving traffic violations.
