The
Queensland Police service is reminding people to take care and pay attention
when travelling over the Christmas break.
Police,
Fire and Emergency Services Minister Jack Dempsey reminded drivers to remember
the Fatal Five when they got behind the wheel.
“The
Queensland Police Service will be out in force over the Christmas period,
targeting all road rules, but specifically the Fatal Five: drink driving,
speeding, driving tired, not wearing a seatbelt and driving distracted,” Mr
Dempsey said.
“This
year 259 people have died on Queensland roads, a figure which is far too high.
“This
Christmas we want everyone to arrive at their destination safely and we can all
do our part by taking care when on the road.”
Police Commissioner
Ian Stewart said his officers would be out in force over the Christmas holiday
period focusing on the Fatal Five.
“If you
speed, drink drive, don’t pay attention, don’t wear a seatbelt or drive while
tired you will not only be caught by police, but you risk your life and the
life of every other road user – and that is just not acceptable,” Commissioner
Stewart said.
“Unfortunately
some drivers take unnecessary risks when using Queensland roads – some of which
end in disaster – whether this is serious injury or fatalities.
“The
community’s safety is our priority and police will continue to target motorists
who break the law.”
Police,
Fire and Emergency Services Minister Jack Dempsey and Police Commissioner Ian
Stewart at the launch of the Christmas Road Safety Campaign
(Article and Photo Source: myPolice QPS News)
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