Northern Territory Police conducted an early morning Random Breath Testing (RBT) station on the Stuart Highway at Adelaide River today, where 139 drivers were tested over a two-hour period, all returning negative results for alcohol.
While Batchelor police were pleased with the responsible behaviour regarding drink driving, concerns remain about the number of drivers exceeding the speed limit in the area. Nine drivers were issued infringement notices for speeding, highlighting the ongoing issue of reckless driving.
Acting Remote Sergeant Brittany Stuart expressed concern, stating, "Once again, Northern Territory Police can be anywhere, at any time. Drivers need to slow down, keep their focus on the road, and avoid distractions like electronic devices. Too many drivers this morning demonstrated a poor attitude towards speed limits.
"Adelaide River is a built-up area with a 60km/h speed limit, and there's sufficient signage in place to warn drivers. Early in the morning, the community sees increased pedestrian traffic as residents are out for their exercise. Speeding through this area puts lives at risk. We've already lost too many lives on our roads this year-50 so far-and we do not want to see that number rise due to poor choices behind the wheel."
Northern Territory Police continue to remind all drivers that adherence to speed limits is crucial to ensuring the safety of all road users.
