WA Police has unveiled the organisation’s new BMW X5 response vehicles, which hit the road for the Easter long weekend double demerit period.
The vehicles, which feature enhanced visibility and advanced technology, will deliver a significant boost to frontline capability, increasing police capacity to respond quickly and safely to emergencies across both metropolitan and regional areas, WA Police said in a statement.
“For Police, the BMW X5 is a fit-for-purpose tool that meets the operational and safety demands of modern policing,” said Road Policing Commander Mike Peters.
“Our officers spend extended periods patrolling the community and it’s important that they have a safe, reliable and comfortable workplace that allows them to remain focused and effective.
“Expect to see these vehicles more frequently on our roads as they are deployed across a range of frontline duties.”
Four class‑one patrol vehicles will be deployed to the Highway Patrol for extended regional highway patrols, with an additional three destined for the Road Policing Group in the metropolitan area.
“These new police vehicles will significantly strengthen frontline policing capability giving WA Police faster, safer and more versatile cars to respond to incidents and protect our community,” said Police and Road Safety Minister, Reece Whitby.
“By investing in modern, high-performance vehicles, we are ensuring our officers have the tools they need to respond quickly and effectively to keep our community safe.
“As we approach the Easter long weekend and school holidays, I want to remind all road users, to keep yourself and others safe on the road.
“Incorrectly worn seatbelts, distractions from mobile phones, speeding, fatigue, and drugs and alcohol are all preventable causes of fatal crashes.
“I urge all Western Australians this Easter and school holidays, to stop and think about what they can do to make every journey safe.”
