Road safety campaign targets drink-driving
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     Police have concluded a territory-wide campaign, arresting 91 drivers for drink-driving related offences.

     The campaign, codenamed "Quickchaser", and held between December 16, 2007, and yesterday (January 2) was aimed at enhancing public awareness about road safety and targeting drink-driving offences. It was the latest in an ongoing series of campaigns conducted by the Police during 2007 using a mix of publicity, education and enforcement to target such offences.

     Officers from Police Regional Road Safety Teams visited various bar and restaurant areas throughout the territory and distributed about 36,700 leaflets appealing to motorists not to drive after drinking. During the campaign period, 519 people were invited to take voluntary breath tests.

     Strict enforcement was taken during final two weeks, with roadside checks conducted and 91 drivers arrested for drink-driving related offences.

     "Motorists are reminded not to drive after consuming alcohol. Offenders will be liable to a maximum fine of $25,000 and three years' imprisonment and penalized 10 driving-offence points; or possible disqualification from driving," a police spokesman said.

     Police today (January 3) warned that they would remain vigilant against drink-driving throughout the year. The next high-profile campaign will be held during Chinese Lunar New Year period.

Police report No.4
Issued by PPRB

End/Thursday, January 3, 2008
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