A 42-year-old man from Rasmussen has been charged with mid-range drink driving and fined for speeding in Douglas, according to the Queensland Police Service. The incident occurred on July 5 when the Townsville Highway Patrol intercepted the man allegedly driving at 144 kilometers per hour in a 100 km/h zone. A subsequent breath test revealed a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.108. The offender has received an immediate license suspension and will face the Townsville Magistrates Court on July 24. Senior Sergeant Robert Nalder of the Townsville Highway Patrol expressed concern over the dangerous behavior, particularly in light of the six tragic fatalities already recorded in the Townsville District this year, as part of the 141 deaths on Queensland roads. The incident occurred during Operation X-Ray Cold Snap, a police initiative aimed at curbing dangerous driving behaviors during the school holidays. The operation targets the ‘Fatal Five’ risky behaviors, including speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue, and distraction. Senior Sergeant Nalder emphasized the importance of road safety and urged drivers to make responsible choices to prevent road trauma. The Queensland Police Service remains committed to reducing road fatalities and encourages the public to report any suspicious activity. For more information on road safety, visit the Queensland Police website. Post navigation Tragic Collision Claims Life in Logan Crackdown on Organised Crime in Queensland