Road safety in Hagen: Police take stock of large control operations

Security at the main train station: police operation against traffic violations in Hagen

Hagen (ots)

The Hagen police carried out a comprehensive controls on Friday evening and the following night to increase traffic safety around the main train station. This use is part of a greater commitment of the security authorities to maintain public order and prevent traffic accidents. Around 30 officials were involved and set up control points at several locations, including the Graf-von-Galen-Ring and the station experience.

challenge of traffic safety

The extensive controls were able to uncover significant violations. A total of 59 speed violations were registered, including 23 administrative offenses and 36 warning funds. On the streets around the main train station, 5 cell phone violations and 11 violations of the lighting obligation were also found. In addition, 7 drivers had to be held responsible for violations of belt obligation and 16 pedestrians for crossing red light.

critical speed overrun

The extreme speed violations that were found during the control were particularly alarming. A man in drugs was measured at a speed of 119 km/h, while the permissible top speed was 50 km/h. A 19-year-old motorcyclist came to 86 km/h, and an 18-year-old Hagener raced with his BMW at 111 km/h over Wehringhauser Straße. The case of a 35-year-old man who was caught alcohol in the blood during a control of 0.7 per thousand per thousand is increasing the concern about drunk drivers in the urban area.

preventive measures and future operations

This assignment not only shows the determination of the police to act against traffic offenses, but also the need for such measures for the safety in road traffic. The announced other controls should serve to sharpen the awareness of road users and avoid accidents. The police urgently appeal to all citizens to follow the traffic rules to increase security on the streets.

conclusion: together for more traffic safety

The controls carried out are a step in the right direction, and the feedback from the members of the community underline the importance of such operations. Creating a safer environment for all road users is a central concern that can be achieved through the active participation of the police and the citizens. Hagen thus sets a sign that traffic safety is a common responsibility.