As motorists we need to be observant and focused at all times and especially when passing by school zones.
As schools commenced Term 4 yesterday police were visible across the Wide Bay Burnett District, although some motorists clearly had their attention span elsewhere.
Speeding in school zone offences issued between 7.00am on October 4 and 9.00am on October 5 include:
Bundaberg Patrol Group
- Two x exceed speed limit in school zone by at least 13 Km/h but not more than 20 Km/h
- Three x exceed speed limit in school zone by less than 13 Km/h
Maryborough Patrol Group
- One x exceed speed limit in school zone by more than 40 Km/h: A 59-year-old Doolbi woman was issued a $1137 Traffic Infringement Notice for travelling at an alleged speed of 95 Km/h in a 40 Km/h school zone. The offence location was Burgowan Road, Torbanlea at around 2.50pm.
- Seven x Exceed speed limit in school zone by at least 13 Km/h but not more than 20 Km/h
- Three x Exceed speed limit in school zone by less than 13 Km/h
Gympie Patrol Group
- One x Exceed speed limit in school zone by less than 13 Km/h
Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.
Crime Stoppers is a registered charity and community volunteer organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police Service.
For all non-urgent police reporting or general police inquiries contact Policelink on 131 444 or Policelink.qld.gov.au 24hrs a day.