Stats for the Christmas Counterattack season show dramatic results! Saanich Police Counterattack ran from November 19th through to January 3rd.
A total of over 10,000 vehicles went through this year's roadblocks. Here are some of the highlights.
Roadside breath tests: 32
Passed= 28
Fail= 1
Warned= 2
Suspensions for drugs= 3
Violation tickets= 78
Warning tickets= 99
Vehicle impoundments= 1
Saanich Police are happy to report that there were no impaired driving arrests during Counterattack this year. Anecdotes from officers working stated that there were a high number of designated drivers and alternative travel arrangements.
Unfortunately there were 10 drivers charged for Impaired Driving by our Patrol and Traffic Safety Unit members during the month of December.
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