Over 3,200 traffic violations issued during “Big Ticket Event”

Edmonton Police Service officers and City of Edmonton automated enforcement handed out a total of 3,236 traffic violations last week during Operation 24 Hours.

The 24-hour enforcement period took place on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. Of the total 3,236 traffic violations, 2,561 were solely related to speed. There were also 675 violations for seatbelt infractions, distracted driving and other Traffic Safety Act violations. 

 

During the operation, police stopped a motorist travelling 108 km/h in a 60 km/h zone in the area of 167 Avenue and 88 Street and also caught a motorist travelling 98 km/h in a 50 km/h on the low level bridge.

 

“Speeding continues to be a major issue,” says Staff Sergeant Kevin Berge with the EPS Traffic Section. “As the long weekend approaches, we’d like to remind motorists to be safe out there and drive with care.”

 

The Edmonton Police Service and the City of Edmonton coordinate regular enforcement campaigns throughout the year (such as Operation 24 Hours) to improve traffic safety on Edmonton’s roadways.

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