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There were 146 traffic offence reports for wearing no seatbelt, Humberside Police said
Generic image of a Humberside Police officer(Image: Humberside Police)
In April, the Roads Policing Team at Humberside Police joined colleagues from forces across the country as part of the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) campaign. Here’s what you need to know:
- During the month-long campaign, officers focused on tackling the Fatal Four offences, which are among the leading causes of serious and fatal collisions. The Fatal Four offences are speeding, using a mobile phone while driving, driving under the influence of drink or drugs, and not wearing a seatbelt.
- 15 people were arrested for drug driving, eight for drink driving and 45 for driving without due care. There were 146 traffic offence reports for wearing no seatbelt, 145 traffic offence reports for speeding, 33 traffic offence reports for using a mobile phone and 19 traffic offence reports issued in relation to tyre offences.
- PC Susan Scott from the Roads Policing Unit said: “The Fatal Four continue to be a significant factor in serious and fatal collisions, and tackling those willing to take such risks remains a priority for us. Every day, officers are out on the roads identifying dangerous behaviour, engaging with road users and taking enforcement action where necessary to help keep people safe.
- She added: “Campaigns such as Operation Spotlight allow us to place an additional focus on educating drivers and riders around the consequences of these offences, while also targeting those who continue to ignore the law and put others in danger. However, this work does not stop when the campaign ends. Roads policing officers continue to patrol our roads year-round, taking positive action against those whose reckless actions put lives at risk.
- PC Susan Scott concluded by saying: “The message is simple – slow down, stay off your phone, never drink or drug drive, and always wear your seatbelt. The consequences of making the wrong decision behind the wheel can be devastating.”
- Humberside Police is continuing to encourage members of the public to report road traffic offences and dangerous driving to them by calling 101, or 999 in an emergency when safe to do so. Members of the public can also submit video footage of suspected driving offences through the online reporting tool, Op Snap, helping police to identify and take action against dangerous drivers.
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