The grim reality of the four day Easter long weekend is that it’s unlikely every Territorian will live to see it through.
Operation Crossroads is a Police traffic campaign aimed at ensuring people get home safely.
The four day break sees more people take to the road camping, fishing or visiting family and friends.
“Unfortunately experience tells us that with more road users – many of whom will drive long distances – a potentially fatal crash could be just around the corner.” Said Traffic and Specialist Services Commander Kate Vanderlaan.
“Police urge motorists to be aware of the ‘Fatal 6’… Factors which commonly lead to vehicle crashes.”
“Drink Driving, Speed, Failure to Wear a Seatbelt, Fatigue, Inattention and Anti-Social Driving are all common denominators in car crashes. Said Cmdr Vanderlaan.
“Last weekend alone Police attended 11 traffic crashes. Fortunately none of these were fatal but speed, fatigue or alcohol were contributing factors in the majority of them.
“The aim is to keep Easter road-toll free as was achieved last year. Motorists need to take responsibility for their own actions and take care on the roads.”
“Police will be out in force and highly visible for the five day campaign, running from Thursday the 5th of April through to and including Monday the 9th.”
This Easter, Territory Police are again teaming up with the Australian Red Cross Blood Service.
“Australia needs almost 27, 000 blood donations every week to help treat road trauma victims, cancer patients, burns victims and unborn babies, even during holiday periods.” Said Regional Manager Craig Rutherford.
“We want people to help save a life by donating blood before and after the long weekend to ensure stocks aren’t depleted.”
“Put your blood, not your body, in a bag this Easter.” Said Mr Rutherford.
Make an appointment to save lives, not risk them, this Easter. Call the Blood Service on 13 14 95 or visit donateblood.com.au
