Thunder Bay police have initiated the 2024 Festive RIDE program to combat impaired driving during the holiday season. The program addresses the growing issue of drug-impaired driving, with a focus on increasing public awareness and enforcement.
Thunder Bay police have launched the 2024 Festive RIDE program to combat impaired driving during the holiday season. The program started last weekend and will continue throughout December, with a focus on addressing the increasing trend of drug-impaired driving. Police traffic Const. Tom Armstrong highlighted that over 164 charges have been laid this year, including 83 for drug impairment.
Armstrong emphasized the importance of public awareness and enforcement, noting the challenges of educating individuals about the risks and consequences of drug-impaired driving, especially in remote and rural areas
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