5 fatal traffic accidents with 8 deaths in June on the roads of EMT
The General Regional Police Directorate of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace publishes total data concerning road safety and traffic policing issues that occurred, during the month of June 2024, in the territorial jurisdiction of the Regional Units of Evros, Rodopi, Xanthi, Kavala, Thassos and Drama. The publication of the monthly data is accompanied by statistical - numerical data of the corresponding month of last year. Road accidents In the territorial jurisdiction of the General Regional Police Directorate of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, there were 30 road accidents (compared to 31 in 2023). In particular, there were. In particular, 8 deaths were recorded (compared to 4 in 2023) 7 seriously injured (compared to 6 in 2023) 37 slightly injured (compared to 33 in 2023) The main causes of road accidents - accidents, as revealed by the police traffic investigation, were:
Driving while intoxicated Violation of priority Driver distraction Violation of markings Driving in the opposite direction Violation of traffic lights Failure to maintain a safe distance Traffic police actions The Traffic Police Services of the General Regional Police Directorate of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace are in constant readiness, implementing specific planning, which provides for road safety and traffic police measures for the safe circulation of vehicles and citizens, as well as for the prevention and deterrence of road traffic accidents.
In the context of traffic law enforcement actions, in the month of June 2024, a total of 14,541 offences were recorded, of which 3,318 were dangerous offences, as follows.899 for speeding 417 for not wearing a helmet while driving 366 for not wearing a seat belt while driving 213 for driving on the opposite side of the road 164 for driving under the influence of alcohol (intoxication) 120 for using a mobile phone while driving 53 for violating a red light 37 for improper passing 28 for worn tires 18 for improper 3 for violation of priority Road Safety Tips The Hellenic Police, particularly sensitive to the issues of safe driving and road safety in order to contribute to the reduction of road accidents and accidents, reminds all drivers and users of the road network that road safety is everyone's business.
In this context, drivers must apply the provisions of the Road Traffic Code, drive with caution and care and follow the instructions and advice of traffic police staff.
