A major police blitz over the weekend has seen more than 500 motorists issued with infringements, as the Western Australia Police Force ramped up efforts to tackle dangerous driving.
Dylan Anderson
Operation Overview
On Saturday 22 March and Sunday 23 March 2025, the WA Police Road Policing Command launched a targeted operation focused on speeding and other dangerous driving behaviours across metropolitan roads. The goal was to reduce the number of fatal and serious crashes by increasing police visibility and enforcement.
The weekend operation resulted in 501 infringements being handed out, with offences including:
- 469 cases of speeding
- 9 instances of mobile phone use while driving
- 7 unlicensed vehicles
- 2 cases of impaired driving
- 2 drivers with no authority to drive
In addition to infringements, police issued 13 charges and impounded five vehicles.
Notable Incidents
Ellenbrook Incident
At around 11:25am on Sunday 23 March, Road Policing officers intercepted a white Toyota coupe travelling at 110km/h in a 60km/h zone at the intersection of The Broadway and Galatea Pass in Ellenbrook.
The male driver was charged via summons with one count of reckless driving. His vehicle was impounded, and he is scheduled to appear before court at a later date.
Hammond Park Incident
Later that same day, at about 4:40pm, officers captured a white Holden Barina speeding at 109km/h in a 60km/h zone on Wattelup Road in Hammond Park.
The male driver was similarly charged via summons with reckless driving, and his vehicle was impounded. He will face court proceedings in due course.
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Aiming for Safer Roads
WA Police emphasised their commitment to maintaining a high-visibility presence on the roads under the mantra of "anywhere, anytime," aiming to deter risky driving and reassure the community.
Acting Inspector Steve Walters of the Road Policing Command reiterated the importance of safe driving:
"The message remains simple: don’t speed. Unfortunately, some people still believe it’s okay to travel over the speed limit, thinking that nothing bad will happen to them."
"Two weekends ago, we saw tragic events unfold on our roads. We continue to urge motorists to drive safely at all times, to think of the safety of themselves and others, and to have those important discussions with loved ones about the devastating impact of fatal crashes."
"One life lost on our roads is one too many. Dangerous behaviours like hooning remain a key focus for us."
WA's Continued Commitment to Road Safety
Following a string of recent tragedies, WA Police are taking a proactive approach to road safety, with more frequent targeted operations expected throughout 2025. Authorities are urging all drivers to make safe choices behind the wheel, respect speed limits, and contribute to making WA roads safer for everyone.
Increased enforcement, public education, and community cooperation are central to reducing fatalities and serious injuries on Western Australia’s roads.
Dylan Anderson
Dylan Anderson
