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Festive RIDE returns across the region

OPP Media Release (FORT FRANCES, ON) – Police know that the approaching holiday season brings an increase in the number of alcohol impaired drivers on Ontario roadways.
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OPP Media Release

(FORT FRANCES, ON) – Police know that the approaching holiday season brings an increase in the number of alcohol impaired drivers on Ontario roadways. This means there is likely to be more tragedy on our roads in the days ahead. 

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are setting up traffic stops around the Rainy River District area and around the clock as they kick off the 2015 Festive R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign. 

This highly effective public safety initiative will run throughout the holiday period from November 23 until January 2, 2016. In the Rainy River District over 500 motor vehicles have been checked and no alcohol related charges have been laid.

Police are also asking the public to call 911 if you see someone who gets behind the wheel after they have been drinking. 

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“So far this year the OPP have laid over 6800 alcohol and drug impaired driving charges. This is an unbelievable statistic.  There are many ways to get home after a party.  Don’t drink or do drugs and drive, it’s just not worth it.  I encourage everyone to have a plan to get home before they get behind the wheel this holiday season. Ontario Provincial Police officers will be vigilant about stopping vehicles and finding drivers who are impaired by any means.” 

Brad Blair, Deputy Commissioner, Provincial Commander of Traffic Safety & Operational Support





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