The nationwide operation targeting drink and drug drivers in a bid to reduce road trauma throughout the Christmas and New Year period has concluded.

“Northern Territory Police would like to congratulate the majority of Territorians for displaying responsible and considerate driving habits on Territory roads over the Christmas and New Year’s period.” Acting Commander Mark Christopher said.

From December 23 until January 3 Police and Emergency Services maintained a high profile presence on our roads as a part of a national campaign promoting road safety in a bid to reduce road trauma over the traditionally busy festive season.

One fatality was recorded in the Northern Territory, the same number as this time last year.

“NT Police conducted 9,806 breath tests throughout the operation, which saw 84 people caught drink driving and 1 person testing positive for drug driving.” 

Throughout Operation Crossroads NT Police issued 115 licences offence infringements, 423 speeding infringements, 277 other traffic infringements and 1 car was impounded.

“The operation saw a number of people who thought they were under the limit but had miscalculated.

“Remember even a relatively few drinks can put you over 0.05% limit and therefore a danger to the public and yourself. 

“Don’t take the chance, if intending to drink alcohol, arrange a sober driver, take a taxi or use public transport.  It’s not worth the risk.”