Ontario Police Lay Over 8,000 Traffic-Related Charges During August Long Weekend
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have reported that they laid over 8,000 traffic-related charges during the August long weekend. This number includes charges for speeding, impaired driving, and distracted driving.
According to the OPP, there were a total of 6,238 speeding charges laid, with 6,000 of those being for drivers going over 20 km/h above the posted speed limit. This is a concerning number, as speeding is a major contributor to fatal collisions on Ontario roads.
In addition, there were 167 impaired driving charges laid, including 118 for alcohol and 49 for drug-impaired driving. This is a significant increase from last year’s August long weekend, where there were only 108 impaired driving charges laid.
The OPP also reported 368 distracted driving charges, which includes using a handheld device while driving. Distracted driving has become a growing concern on Ontario roads, with studies showing that it is just as dangerous as impaired driving.
The long weekend also saw a total of 11 fatalities on Ontario roads, with four of those being attributed to speeding and two to impaired driving. This is a tragic reminder of the importance of safe driving practices and following traffic laws.
The OPP had increased their presence on Ontario roads during the long weekend, with officers conducting over 10,000 traffic stops and issuing over 8,000 charges. This shows their commitment to keeping Ontario roads safe for all drivers.
In conclusion, the OPP’s efforts during the August long weekend resulted in over 8,000 traffic-related charges being laid. This serves as a reminder for all drivers to follow traffic laws and practice safe driving habits to prevent collisions and fatalities on Ontario roads.
