The enforcement blitz attempts to improve traffic safety in our city by targeting excessive speeding and dangerous driving practices.
In the 24-hour enforcement period starting at 7 a.m. on Friday, June 20, 2014, 3,516 speeding violations were issued. There were 659 additional tickets issued for a variety of violations, including seatbelt infractions, impaired driving, distracted driving, traffic safety violations and Criminal Code violations.
One motorist, operating a Nissan Altima, was stopped at Whitemud Drive and 34 Street for travelling 136 km/h in an 80 km/h zone, 56 km/h over the posted speed limit. The motorist was given a compulsory court date and could face fines up to $2,300 and other penalties.
Another motorist, travelling 111 km/h in an 80 km/h zone, was stopped on Whitemud Drive at the Quesnell Bridge. After refusing to provide identification and documentation, the motorist was issued tickets for speeding and no insurance (minimum fine of $2,875), along with charges of resisting arrest and obstructing a peace officer.
There were 4,174 tickets issued for the June 2014 Operation 24 Hours. This is an increase from the 3,074 tickets issued during the June 2013 enforcement initiative.