The Niort police station organized an unusual and friendly traffic check on Friday, June 28, 2024, in the city center, by offering cinema tickets to ten good drivers.
“It is an operation initiated when people go on vacation, to encourage caution, in addition to traditional controls where we fine, explains Commander Katia Feuillard. A police officer on an unmarked motorcycle follows the drivers and if the person respects the Highway Code, three other bikers on screen-printed motorcycles check their papers. »
Turn signals are important
The goal is to ensure that the careful driver behind the wheel is also in compliance! “During previous operations, we happened to come across motorists who did not have a license or no insurance”the officer said.
On the unmarked motorcycle, Brigadier-Chief Gaylord Miez: “We are paying attention to respecting indicators, especially in roundabouts, people are losing the habit of using them. It seems harmless. But it is also a factor in traffic jams: people stop because they do not know which direction the other vehicle is going to take. During rush hour, we could improve fluidity.”
“JB” is one of ten good drivers rewarded Friday afternoon. Surprised but delighted to be given the two cinema tickets (offered by the CGR): “It’s still better than getting a slap on the wrist!” He is vigilant about the indicators: “As a biker, I pay close attention to this, because it often annoys me when I’m on a motorcycle.”
