Members of the Caledon OPP Detachment Traffic, and Community Response Unit teamed up with officers from the Ministry of Transportation for a one-day traffic and education blitz on Highway 10 in the Town of Caledon.
The blitz, dubbed “Operation Perfect 10”, took place on Friday, June 23, 2023 during the day. 12 officers from the OPP and MTO took place looking for drivers who were speeding, not wearing seatbelts, using handheld communication devices while driving, and for unsafe commercial motor vehicles.
Caledon OPP received numerous traffic complaints every day about vehicles and drivers on Highway 10. Officers from the OPP and MTO take enforcement and education action every day as well. The blitz was designed to show the community that their concerns are recognized, and the OPP, along with our highway safety partners, is working to address those concerns.
During the enforcement period, numerous charged were laid:
• 72 Speeding violations
• 1 Stunt Driving violation
• 8 Seatbelt violation
• 26 Other moving violations
• 35 Non-moving violations
• 3 Commercial Vehicles were taken out of service
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The OPP and MTO urge drivers and vehicle operators to take the time to prepare themselves, and their vehicles before driving. The OPP and MTO will continue to aggressively enforce the Highway Traffic Act on Highway 10 and all roadways and highways in the Caledon area.
If you observe unsafe driving or vehicles you can call the OPP at *OPP (*677), or 911 on your mobile device. You will not be charged for distracted driving for calling the OPP.
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