Bridgewater Police are urging motorists to slow down and obey the road rules, after several drivers were detected speeding during a high visibility traffic operation in New Norfolk today. 

“Police from Bridgewater Division conducted high visibility traffic operations in New Norfolk today, targeting school zones and speeding offences,” said Divisional Inspector Marco Ghedini. 

“As a result of the operation, police issued several infringement notices for speeding, including in school zones.”

“Police detected seven drivers speeding and intercepted a vehicle which had been unregistered for over a year.”

“Today was the start of a high visibility policing strategy for the New Norfolk municipality, which will include a range of planned operations over the next 12 months.” 

“Our strategy will not only target road safety but will specifically focus on a highly visible and targeted police presence within the New Norfolk central business area” said Divisional Inspector Marco Ghedini. 

“The strategy has been developed following consultation and feedback from the local community, and police will continue to work collaboratively with local government and the community to keep the community safe”.

Anyone who witnesses dangerous driving or anti-social behaviour is urged to report to police on 131 444 or Triple Zero (000) in an emergency.