Road safety and targeting dangerous drivers the focus of day of police activity across West Midlands
There is set to be a day of police action across the region as officers target dangerous drivers and uninsured road users.
West Midlands Police have confirmed that road safety and multi-agency operations will be taking place across Wednesday, supported by local officers from across Solihull, Birmingham, the Black Country, Wolverhampton and Coventry.
Police dogs capable of seeking out drugs, firearms and digital devices will also be in action, and there will also be support from drones and wider operational units throughout the day and night.
The force said it’s all part of Operation Advance, which is designed to bring the full strength of the force to bear in a day of intense activity, focusing on road safety.
The Road Harm Prevention Team and Commercial Vehicle Unit will be joined by partners as they carry out Multi-Agency Road Safety Operations (MARSO), while road crime and road policing teams will be carrying out operations targeting drivers who commit Fatal 4 offences including speeding and driving under the influence of drink or drugs.
The Motor Insurance Bureau will be working alongside units in hotspot areas targeting uninsured drivers and officers will be carrying out road safety awareness outside schools and taxi operations.
Chief Superintendent Sarah Burton who oversees the Operations Unit, said: “Today is about showing our commitment to road safety and working together with our partners, reducing the number of deaths and serious injury on our roads.
“Our focus remains on targeting motorists who are a risk to our roads and those who commit Fatal 4 offences, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and putting lives at risk.
“We are committed to making our roads safer alongside our partners and the community.”
