Police reveal 47 people have been killed on North roads due to making ‘wrong choices’

The stark figures have been revealed by Nottinghamshire Police as they continue to try and reduce the number of so-called ‘fatal four’ collisions.

47 individuals have died on Notts’ roads in the previous three years as a result of riders and drivers making “the wrong choices,” according to information released by the police today.

Nottinghamshire Police have released the startling statistics in an effort to lower the quantity of so-called “fatal four” crashes.

Speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, using a cell phone while driving, and not fastening your seatbelt are the “fatal four” driving offenses/contributory factors that Nottinghamshire police work to avoid and reduce all year long.

44 percent of the 411 fatalities that occurred on Nottinghamshire’s roads in the last three years were the result of speeding-related crashes, accounting for 21 deaths. Eighteen individuals died as a result of drunk or drugged driving, while six more were killed for failing to buckle up. When a driver used a mobile device while operating a motor vehicle, two persons died.

– Publicity – The Nottinghamshire Police force area is always vigilant about enforcing the law on the “fatal four” offences and other traffic-related offences, round the clock, every day of the year.

Road enforcement officials in Nottinghamshire issued 300 traffic offence reports (TORs) to drivers who violated the law only last month.

Detective Inspector Kate Savage, of the Serious Investigation Unit and Roads Policing Unit of Nottinghamshire Police, stated: “While it’s shocking that these “fatal four” offences have resulted in so many deaths and serious injuries, statistics alone can never truly capture the devastation caused to those who have lost loved ones and sustained lifelong injuries in these collisions.

We are very clear that everyone who gets behind the wheel has an obligation to make sure they have taken all reasonable precautions to protect their safety as well as the safety of others.

This entails adhering to speed limits, making sure kids are sitting safely and securely, and making sure you and your passengers are wearing seatbelts.

“The majority of drivers in our area drive with respect and obey the law, but it is concerning that some drivers continue to drive recklessly, endangering not only themselves but also other road users.”

“We continue to urge all road users to think carefully about their driving behaviour and remind them of their responsibilities when they go out in their vehicles. The force is committed year-round to enforcing the law across our roads and educating people about the consequences of unsafe driving.”

“The laws are in place to save lives, and we will keep up our efforts to combat careless and dangerous driving and to increase road safety throughout Nottinghamshire.”

By reporting incidents of hazardous driving by phoning 101, the police are asking the public to contribute to the reduction of crashes and casualties in Nottinghamshire and to the improvement of road safety.

Always dial 999 in the event of an emergency or if you suspect criminal activity.