The Police said that throughout December, it carried out routine roadchecks across Malta and Gozo (day and night), “to keep our roads safer for everyone.”

271 roadchecks were carried out between the 1st and 30th of December, with 7,932 vehicles stopped.

513 traffic contraventions were issued, with 4 drivers testing positive for drink driving and 123 conventions were brought before the Courts.

The Police reported that between the 1st of January and the 30th of November this year a total of 2,711 roadchecks were conducted.

During these, 58,850 vehicles were stopped and 43 drivers found driving under the influence of alcohol. The Police said that during this period over 3,300 contraventions were issued.

“Roadchecks will continue into the new year as part of our ongoing commitment to safer roads for drivers, passengers and pedestrians – Remember to enjoy responsibly, if you drink, don’t drive,” the Police said.

Photo: Malta Police

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