Imagine the scene,
the sun is out, ☀️
sunglasses on, 😎
and you're sitting in a beer garden having a few drinks. 🍷 🍻
If you choose to drive home your perfect day is going to become your worst nightmare !! 🚓 🤕
#ItsNotWorthTheRisk #LeaveTheCarAtHome 👍

Hit by a car at 20mph 9 out of 10 pedestrians will survive.
At 30 mph, about half of the pedestrians will be killed.
At 40mph 9 out of 10 pedestrians will be killed.
Taking off those extra mph is vital in reducing fatalities on our roads. ☑️
#ItsNotWorthTheRisk

This morning we have been involved in a multi-agency operation in East Hants hosted by HantsPolRural targetting commercial and waste carrier vehicles.
Datatag Environment AgencySE East Hants Cops East Hants DC DVSA Enforcement #PCAmyG

Young drivers aged 17-25 are the most likely to be seriously injured or killed in collisions. 🤕
Part of this is risky behaviour encouraged by peers. If you are in a vehicle with a young driver make sure that everyone is wearing a seat belt.
#ItsNotWorthTheRisk

People often ask why we 'waste' time enforcing on the roads. The reality is that speeding, impaired driving, using mobile phones and not wearing seat belts causes serious injury and death.
Saving lives and preventing injury is not a waste of time.
#ItsNotWorthTheRisk

Drugs can remain in your body for a significant amount of time and there is no way of knowing whether you are still affected. This means that it can continue to impact your driving.
If you are taking illegal drugs please do not drive. 🥺
#ItsNotWorthTheRisk

This unusual combination was seen on the M27 this morning.
On inspection a list off offences were discovered, including weight, load security, & condition of van.
Prohibition put on van and load, Driver reported for driving a vehicle in a dangerous condition #25620 #28036

We can't be everywhere but we'll be somewhere!
Beware all drink and drug drivers, those using mobiles whilst driving, anyone not wearing a seatbelt and those who speed because you don't know where we might appear! 🫣
#ItsNotWorthTheRisk

A new driver can have their driving licence revoked in the first two years if they get 6 points.
Having a licence is a privilege with responsibilities, you need to drive in a way that keeps you and others safe. ✅ #DriveSafeNotSpeedy #ItsNotWorthTheRisk

You don't need to be a brain surgeon to know that wearing a seat belt makes sense.
#ItsNotWorthTheRisk

Our camera vans are designed to be seen. You must be distracted if you get caught by one of these! Not only do they monitor speed they also record anyone using a mobile phone. Make sure it's not you. Put the phone down and keep your eyes on the road! 👍
#ItsNotWorthTheRisk

The driver of this vehicle thought it was appropriate after having an RTC in Sussex to continue driving... Vehicle was located in West End and a prohibition issued for being used in a dangerous condition. Driver will get 3 points & £100 fine #25356 #25620 #23146

Police officers across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight seized more than 2,500 uninsured vehicles last year, as part of the force’s commitment to make our roads safer.

READ MORE: orlo.uk/MQOcD

Many people don't realise that legal drugs can impair your driving.
Do your prescription medicines make you drowsy? You should not drive if affected.
Please ask your GP and check for side effects to ensure you are safe to be on the road. 👍
#ItsNotWorthTheRisk

It's quite simple, seatbelts save lives.
Unfortunately, we see many child car seats that are installed incorrectly.
Your child is precious so it's important to get this right. 👶🏼
Follow the link for expert advice.
#ItsNotWorthTheRisk

orlo.uk/YDZng

Remember when you are driving to take the road conditions into account. It's not always safe to drive to the speed limit, never mind faster than that. When it's raining, windy, icy, snowy or the sun is in your eyes you need to drive slower.
It'sNotWorthTheRisk

We heard this Fiesta in #Botley before we saw it... The driver told us the tyre had not long gone Flat! Our professional judgement suggested this wasn't really the case.

It came as no surprise when a positive drugwipe followed.

#27526 #29075

#ItsNotWorthTheRisk

Heading out for a night out? 🍺 🍷
Don't take your vehicle unless you are drinking alcohol free drinks.
Officers can tell when someone is driving impaired and frequently stop vehicles reported to us as being driven by impaired drivers and test them.
#ItsNotWorthTheRisk

We are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage following a fatal collision near Andover.

READ MORE: orlo.uk/HQtHa

'No one should ever bury their children before them.'

Ian's daughter, Alex, was killed by a driver who was using their mobile phone at the wheel

Full story and video: orlo.uk/MQOoW

#FatalFour