Road users in the Moreton district can expect to see police anytime, anywhere these Easter school holidays with additional police in the area to strengthen road safety and reduce trauma.
Tactical plans are in place across the Moreton district including proactive high visibility patrols and a heavy focus on roadside breath and drug testing.
Moreton District Officer Acting Chief Superintendent Adam Guild said police have a zero-tolerance approach to unsafe driving.
"Roadside drug tests (RDT) can detect methylamphetamine, MDMA, THC, cannabis and cocaine," Acting Chief Superintendent Guild said.
"Driving under the influence of drugs can affect judgement, vision, coordination and reflexes and is one of the Fatal Five - proven, yet avoidable, causes of serious and fatal crashes.
"59 lives have been lost on Queensland roads so far this year, with four of those in the Moreton district.
"Every life lost is one too many, and these fatalities have shaped our increased presence on the roads.
"School holidays are always a busy time on our roads with many people travelling to or through the Moreton area.
"Sadly, history shows it's also a dangerous period for crashes. That's why police are stepping up roadside breath and drug testing, with high-visibility patrols across our community.
"Please think of the consequences of dangerous driving - you may lose your licence, you may be issued a hefty fine or charged and have to attend court, or you may lose your life or end someone else's.
"Small decisions behind the wheel can have life-changing impacts.
"Don't drink and drive, take breaks to avoid fatigue, and slow down. We want everyone to enjoy Easter and, most importantly, get home safely."
The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing the number of lives lost on our roads.
Data shows that serious crashes can be significantly reduced when drivers recognise and avoid the 'Fatal Five' behaviours: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue and distraction.
Road safety is everyone's responsibility. Learn more about staying safe on Queensland roads: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/initiatives/fatal-five-staying-safe-roads
