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Ontario Provincial Police across the West Region are teaming up with municipal police services to launch the annual Festive RIDE campaign.
Officially kicking off November 21st, the campaign aims to reduce impaired driving during the holiday season stresses Chief Superintendent Dwight Thib, Commander of OPP West Region.
So far this year, OPP have conducted 10,170 RIDE events, a 20% increase compared to last year.
And while the number of alcohol and drug-related crashes resulting in fatalities has decreased in 2024, the figure should be at zero shared Thib.
Adding that many of these crashes have lifelong impacts outside of death.
The OPP reminds drivers that no amount of alcohol or drugs is safe when driving. They encourage everyone to avoid driving after consuming alcohol or drugs and ensure others do the same.
Sergeant Ed Sanchuk, Coordinator of Media Services with West Region OPP left those at the launch of the Festive RIDE campaign with this important reminder.
If you suspect an impaired driver, make that lifesaving call and dial 9-1-1.
Written by: K. Freeman