Victoria Police detect over 500 road offences across snowy areas

15 August 2024, 10:00 am

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Victoria Police detect over 500 road offences across snowy areas
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Victoria Police detect over 500 road offences across snowy areas
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During a road safety blitz in snowy areas, Victoria Police identified over 500 traffic offences, with nearly half of them related to drivers caught excessively speeding. The operation, known as Operation Eastern Snow, targeted roads to and from popular snowfields in the state. Close to 20% of the infringements were issued to drivers of heavy vehicles for violations such as false logbook entries and overloaded vehicles. In addition, drivers were fined for using unregistered vehicles and not carrying or properly fitting snow chains. The police emphasized the importance of road safety, especially in hazardous conditions, and vowed to continue enforcement efforts.

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