Police in the North-West will be out in force this long weekend, with a strong focus on ensuring the safety and well-being of all residents and visitors. The focus will be rural roads, camping areas, and popular beaches across North-West and West Coast.

Inspector Adam Spencer of Western Road Policing Services said the primary goal is to ensure that everyone has a safe and enjoyable long weekend.

“We will be intensifying our patrols and focusing on high-risk areas.”

“We want to remind everyone of the importance of following the road rules, particularly the Fatal Five: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing your seatbelt, driving while fatigued, and distracted driving.”

“We will have an increased presence in rural areas and camping sites, where the combination of unfamiliar roads and increased traffic can pose significant risks.”

“Popular beach destinations will also see heightened patrols to ensure that the influx of holidaymakers does not compromise road safety.”

“We aim to prevent crashes before they occur rather than dealing with the aftermath.”

“As a police officer one of the hardest parts of the job is telling a family that their loved one has been killed in a road crash.”

“We make no apologies for showing zero tolerance when it comes to unacceptable driver behaviour.”

“Random breath tests and drug tests will be conducted throughout the long weekend.”

“We will be conducting random testing and taking swift action against anyone found breaking the law. Our message is clear: if you drink or use drugs, do not drive,” said Inspector Spencer

All road users are urged to stay vigilant and prioritise safety during the long weekend.

“We want everyone to enjoy their long weekend, but we also want them to return home safely. Plan your journeys, take regular breaks, and avoid any risky behaviours. Let’s make this a safe and enjoyable time for everyone.”