50 drivers charged in Upper Ottawa Valley distracted driving campaign
Posted Mar 20, 2018 02:26:17 PM.
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A week-long distracted driving campaign in the Upper Ottawa Valley saw 50 drivers charged.
Provincial police held the blitz last week, focused on motorists who were using a cell phone while behind the wheel.
A total of 48 people were charged with using a hand-held device while driving, while two others were charged with careless driving.
Upper Ottawa Valley OPP also want to remind motorists that a seatbelt campaign will be held over the Easter long weekend from March 30 until April 3.
