Alberta will launch an anti-speed racing and dangerous driving campaign at the end of August in hopes of deterring reckless driving.
On April 1, Alberta followed through with its promise to slash 70 per cent of photo radar sites across the province. The decision was met with mixed reviews from municipalities and law enforcement officers who said speed cameras were a critical traffic safety tool to deter speeding .
Recommended Videos
As of July 31, the Edmonton Police Service recorded its 21st fatal vehicle collision so far this year. According to police, speed is believed to be a factor in a collision that killed a 25-year-old man.
In a statement to Postmedia, Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen said speeding is a “serious and preventable danger” and the province will be working w