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Police stepping up enforcement during Summer CounterAttack Impaired Driving Campaign month

An average of 67 people are killed each year due to impaired driving
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Although police are always on the lookout for impaired drivers, they are increasing efforts this month during the Summer CounterAttack Impaired Driving Campaign. 

On average, police say 67 people die each year in B.C. where collisions involved alcohol, drugs or medications. 

Too often our officers are put in the position of having to notify a family that they have lost a loved one due to an impaired driving collision, Officer in Charge of BC RCMP Traffic Services Supt. Holly Turton says in a release. 

We want people to enjoy the summer but we also want people to make good decisions and choose to drive sober every time they get behind the wheel. If you do plan to drink alcohol or consume drugs of any kind, have a designated driver or plan alternate ways home.

"We also want to remind all motorists that the COVID-19 pandemic is not an excuse to disregard the law. Our officers are committed to road safety and there will be times when we have to encroach on personal space to fulfill our duties, like conducting roadside sobriety tests, for example. COVID-19 does not exempt anyone from complying with a lawful demand, nor will it prevent our officers from performing their duties as required."

The traffic services department says they are also stepping up its enforcement due to easing of COVID-19 restrictions. 

The increased presence will be on highways throughout the province and drivers might experience slight delays.

Police ask motorists to drive safely, and obey the directions of officers at any check-stop.