Minister for Police and Minister for Corrective Services, the Honourable Mark Ryan MP joined Road Policing Command Assistant Commissioner Mike Keating for the official launch of Operation Romeo Sleigh today.
The end of the year sees an increase in vehicles taking to the roads as more people embark on family trips and make the most of the holiday season.
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This increase in traffic flow will be matched by an increased police presence on the Queensland road network.
Assistant Commissioner Keating said Operation Romeo Sleigh will focus on keeping Queensland road users safe over the busy seven-week period.
Assistant Commissioner Keating said the campaign will be prioritising the safety of all road users as they travel this Christmas
“Operation Romeo Sleigh will be in effect as of Friday, December 13 and will continue right through until the first week of school is complete