An Easter road safety blitz has taken to the beach, with police emptying state-of-the-art drones to target remote offenders.
The operation, involving State Growth transport inspectors and Parks and Wildlife Rangers, covered the area between Bellingham and Bridport in the north-east across the start of the long weekend.
Drivers traversing the Double Sandy Capes Conservation Area were the main targets, with drones used to help located offenders across the large stretch of beach.
Although no drivers were found to be intoxicated, nine received “major defect notices” for vehicle issues.
Acting Inspector Rob King said that authorities are continuing to crackdown on speeding, mobile phone use, seat belt violations and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs this Easter period.
“We focus on these things because they more than anything else, contribute to deaths and serious injuries on our roads,” he said.
“We’ll have high-visibility and covert patrols on our highways and main roads, and we’ll be covering other routes, back streets and rural areas.”
“You can help us look out for everyone’s safety by obeying the road rules, making sure your loved ones do too and calling police if you see something dangerous on the road.”
