And while the Transport Department spoke in generalities, the police Department, commendably, has come with the hard statistics.
They reported this evening that a total of 215 arrests were made so far this year for driving under the influence across Belize. A breakdown shows that Orange Walk had the greatest number with a total of 54 arrests, followed by Benque Viejo Del Carmen with a total of 30 arrests and San Pedro with 26. The four precincts of Belize City had 24 while at the lower end, Placencia only had 2and Caye Caulker, Zero. The release ends with a statement as follows
"The department continues to work in collaboration with the Transport Department to reduce traffic incidents. We implore upon road users, particularly drivers of motor vehicles and riders of motorcycles, to exercise due care and caution when using our highways" end quote. While encouraging, it does not denote a clear plan of action.
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