NRP Announce Stats From Back To School Road Safety Blitz

Tuesday, 7 September 2021 20:33

By Tami Jeanneret

Photo courtesy of Niagara Regional Police

Two drivers charged with impaired

Niagara police were out in full force today patrolling around school zones across Niagara to make sure the start of the school year was a safe one for students.

Police issued a total of 85 tickets and warnings.

Two drivers were arrested for impaired driving and two other drivers were charged with driving while under suspension

Forty-two of the tickets were for speeding, 2 for distracted driving, 2 for not properly wearing seat belts and one for passing a stopped school bus.

Fifteen tickets were issued for other traffic offences.

Police also issued 23 written warnings.

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NRP Announce Stats From Back To School Road Safety Blitz

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