Huron County OPP officers were busy during the Canada Road Safety Week Campaign.
Officers laid 330 traffic related charges including 160 speeding charges and 52 seatbelt charges. As well, there were four stunt driving charges, six impaired driving charges, seven distracted driving charges, and one Canada Shipping Act charge. Officers also handed out 100 other Provincial offence charges
Plus, 48 Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) programs were set up at various Huron County locations throughout the campaign.
During the week-long campaign, the Huron County OPP investigated 23 motor vehicle collisions. There were injuries reported at five of the collision scenes.
"The Huron Detachment remains committed to preventing fatal, personal injury, and property damage collisions," said Inspector Jason Younan, Detachment Commander, Huron County OPP. "This commitment is accomplished through engagement, education, and enforcement. Please drive sober, slow down, remain attentive and buckle up to promote traffic safety."
