BC Highway Patrol ran a distracted driving enforcement campaign in Greater Victoria, issuing over 100 tickets for phone use, seatbelt violations, and red light offenses, during October 8-11.

From October 8-11, the B.C. Highway Patrol ran a distracted driving enforcement campaign in Greater Victoria, issuing over 100 tickets for offenses like mobile phone use, seatbelt violations, and running red lights. Fines include $368 for phone use and $167 for other infractions. The initiative aimed to enhance road safety during darker mornings, with officials urging drivers to minimize distractions, especially as pedestrian accidents rise during fall and winter months.

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