Officers from various police divisions across the Central Highlands have successfully completed Operation Country, a high-visibility traffic enforcement campaign aimed at improving road safety. The operation, which spanned from August 9 to September 5, focused on addressing road-related offences along the Gregory and Capricorn highways. During the operation, police conducted an extensive number of roadside tests, including 3,195 breath tests and 31 drug tests. A total of 34 motorists were found to have returned positive results. Additionally, 172 infringement notices were issued, including 24 for Type 2 offences, highlighting the campaign’s emphasis on reducing dangerous driving behaviors. One notable incident involved a 48-year-old man from Blackwater who was caught driving at 153 km/h in a 110 km/h zone, resulting in a $1,780 fine, the loss of eight demerit points, and a six-month license suspension. District Officer Acting Superintendent Ben Carroll emphasized the operation’s commitment to decreasing fatal and serious injury crashes, particularly in rural and remote areas. Superintendent Carroll noted that September’s designation as Rural Road Safety Month serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible driving, especially on open roads. He reiterated that road safety is a shared responsibility and stressed the importance of targeting and enforcing measures against dangerous driving behaviors to save lives. The Queensland Police Service remains dedicated to reducing road fatalities, urging drivers to steer clear of the ‘Fatal Five’ behaviors: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue, and distraction. More information on road safety can be found on the Queensland Police Service website. Post navigation Pimlico Arsonist on the Loose