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European police report surge in traffic violations and accidents
Law enforcement agencies across several European regions reported significant increases in traffic violations and accidents during recent weekend operations.
In Croatia, police in Zadar identified 212 offenses, including 37 speeding violations and 14 alcohol-related incidents. In the Bjelovar-Bilogora region, 195 offenses were recorded, with speeding being the most common violation. In Međimurje, six accidents occurred, one involving a driver with a high blood alcohol concentration.
In Montenegro, intensified controls in Ulcinj led to the seizure of five vehicles and the arrest of two individuals. In Poland, an early morning operation in Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski tested 551 drivers, identifying four individuals driving under the influence of alcohol, while another driver was caught with both alcohol and large quantities of marijuana.
In Austria, a 20-year-old driver was caught traveling at 144 km/h in a 70 km/h zone, resulting in the temporary seizure of his BMW and driver's license. In Požega-Slavonia, Croatia, a 48-year-old motorcyclist was injured after losing control while driving under the influence.
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Alija Čaušević · Croatian Police · Istria Police · Montenegrin Police · Police Administration Bjelovar-Bilogora · Police Administration Bjelovarsko-bilogorska · Police Administration Dubrovnik-Neretva · Police Administration Lika-Senj · Police Administration Međimurje · Police Administration Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski · Police Administration Požega-Slavonia · Police Administration Ulcinj