Six drivers have been busted speeding through school zones across north-west Tasmania, prompting police to issue a strong warning to motorists.
Western Road Policing Services picked up the offences during the first week of the new school term, as students made their way back to classrooms.
Acting Inspector Martin Parker said even a single case of speeding in a school zone was unacceptable.
“While it may be perceived that six speeding offences are not a lot, one car speeding in a school zone is one too many and puts students and pedestrians at unnecessary risk of being injured in a crash,” he said.
“Police are committed to preventing crashes and keeping everyone safe on our roads and this includes keeping school zones safe for students.”
Parker urged drivers to make smart choices around schools.
“This includes slowing down to posted speed limits and driving with extra caution around schools as younger children can be unpredictable and inadvertently step out onto roads,” he said.
“Please do the right thing in our school zones, to help us keep everyone safe.”
