The national police organized an original and educational operation, Friday June 28, 2024, in the city center of Niort. Ten drivers who respected the highway code were rewarded with two cinema tickets.
This initiative, carried out during vacation departures, aimed to raise awareness among motorists about being careful on the roads. “It is a complement to traditional controls where we verbalize“, explains Commander Katia Feuillard.The idea is to encourage good driving behavior.”
An unusual control
A plainclothes policeman on a motorcycle spotted drivers who respected the highway code. If the behavior was impeccable, three other motorcyclists from the national police intervened to check the driver’s papers.
Respecting turn signals: a safety issue
In addition to respecting speed limits and safety distances, the officers paid particular attention to the use of turn signals. “It’s a simple gesture, but essential for everyone’s safety.“, underlines Chief Brigadier Gaylord Miez. “Failure to use your turn signal can cause accidents and slowdowns..”
A successful operation
The operation was welcomed by the motorists checked. “It’s always better to receive a reward than to be punished“, confides “JB”, one of the lucky winners to the New Republic. “I am particularly vigilant about the use of indicators, because it is a behavior that often bothers me as a motorcyclist..”
This original initiative by the Niort national police is a fun and positive way to promote road safety. By rewarding good drivers, the police hope to encourage motorists to adopt responsible behavior behind the wheel.
