Police inspected 1385 heavy vehicles, targeting dangerous driving and unsafe work practices in the heavy vehicle industry. The Newell Highway at West Wyalong, the Sturt Highway at Hay, and surrounding areas were all targeted. 

Results

-Seventy-seven infringements issued for speeding and 260 other infringements handed out. 

-Fifty-five charges laid for a variety of traffic offences,

-Twenty-nine defect notices were issued for a variety of defects

-Eight drivers tested positive for drugs following a roadside drug test.

Acting Assistant Commissioner David Driver of the Traffic and Highway Patrol Command said heavy vehicle operations were run to ensure the safety of all road users.

"The inspections were part of an ongoing operation across the state aimed at keeping unsafe trucks and drivers off our roads,” he said. 

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