The North Bay Police Service’s traffic enforcement officer, working together with three platoon officers, conducted a targeted traffic enforcement over a three-hour period yesterday (Wednesday, November 9th, 2016) on Airport Road, which has a 60 km/hour speed limit.

Results:

  • 22 drivers were issued tickets for speeding.
  • seven drivers were given 72-hour notices for documentation or equipment infractions. (These drivers have 72 hours to demonstrate to police that they have corrected the infractions, or otherwise face having to pay the fine on their ticket.)
  • The highest speeds registered at 100 km/hour, 103 km/hour and 104 km/hour.

“Enforcing speed limits is part of a police officer’s responsibilities,” said Cst. Ken Ayres, Traffic Enforcement Officer, North Bay Police Service. “A driver is responsible for respecting the rules of the road. Our shared responsibility is to ensure that our roads are safe for all who use them, whether they are drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, or other.”

The North Bay Police Service will continue to conduct targeted traffic enforcement. Drivers who are disrespecting speed limits are reminded that driving is a privilege, not a right. They are advised to slow down.

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