Regional Police launch Festive R.I.D.E program
Posted Dec 1, 2017 06:07:42 AM.
Last Updated Dec 1, 2017 05:46:33 PM.
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Regional Police are ramping up efforts to deter impaired driving starting Friday.
WRPS has launched its 2017 Festive R.I.D.E program, with increased spot checks through to New Year’s Day.
Sgt. Stu Church tells 570NEWS they’ll be going beyond their usual traffic enforcement to make sure everyone has a holiday to remember, not to forget.
Police are urging motorists to plan ahead if you will be drinking — that means arranging a designated driver, or using a bus or cab.
You’re also encouraged to offer a sober ride home to family or friends who’ve been drinking.
As Sgt. Church puts it, you can either pay $20 for a cab, or $20,000 for a lawyer.
Police are also reminding us to call 911 to report any suspected impaired drivers.
