Easter weekend sees crackdown on drunk driving

THIS past Easter weekend, law enforcement agencies across South Africa took a significant step towards road safety, arresting over 500 drivers for driving under the influence (DUI).

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As the nation approaches another two consecutive long weekends which notably coincide with many people's payday the urgent call for attention to the threat of drunk driving remains greater than ever.

Despite the success of apprehending such a large number of unsafe drivers, the statistics starkly indicate that drunk driving continues to plague South African roads.

Eugene Herbert, CEO of Master-Drive, urged policymakers and the public alike to prioritise the strategies that proved effective over the Easter weekend.

“Authorities should replicate measures taken over Easter weekend to keep these reckless drivers off the road.

“Additionally, as we face another two weekends where drivers are more likely to drive after drinking, the past weekend should serve as a warning that every organisation must take extremely seriously.”