Queensland Police detected a motorist driving at 92km/h through a school zone – more than double the 40km/h limit – in Southport last Wednesday morning.
The driver, a 38-year-old Pacific Pines man, was issued a $1,854 traffic infringement notice for exceeding the speed limit by more than 40km/h. He also received eight demerit points and an immediate six-month driver’s licence suspension.
As of today, 37 lives have been lost on Queensland roads this year. QPS Road Policing and Regional Support Command, Chief Superintendent Garrath Channells said excessive speed remains a leading factor in fatal and serious injury crashes.
“School zones exist for one crucial reason – to keep our children safe,” Chief Superintendent Channells said.
“Driving at these extreme speeds near children is inexcusable and will not be tolerated by police.
“Speeding reduces reaction time and makes it harder to stop quickly if a child crosses the road while entering or leaving school.
“We must all play our part in protecting the most vulnerable road users, especially our children,” he said.
