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Some Saskatchewan drivers haven’t got the message about not using cellphones while behind the wheel.
In a media release Tuesday, SGI said police officers around the province handed out 768 tickets for distracted driving during August’s Traffic Safety Spotlight.
Of those tickets, 646 were for using a mobile device while driving, and 122 were for driving without due care and attention.
“Distracted driving is one of the top contributors to injuries and death on Saskatchewan roads, which is why law enforcement and SGI were reminding drivers to put away their phones, eliminate distractions and #JustDrive,” the SGI release said.
During the month, police officers also issued 5,454 tickets for speeding and aggressive driving, and 442 tickets for not wearing a seatbelt or having a child restrained improperly.
As well, there were 488 impaired driving offences, including 304 Criminal Code violations.
When it comes to speeding, SGI reminded drivers that tougher penalties for stunting and street racing start to take effect in the province on Saturday.