PEEL REGION – OPP officers will be out in full force patrolling Ontario's highways, waterways and trails targeting aggressive drivers and marine operators to ensure everyone's safety during the Labour Day Weekend.

"The increase in the number of fatalities from last year causes the OPP great concern," said Deputy Commissioner Larry Beechey, Provincial Commander responsible for OPP Traffic Safety Programs. "This is not acceptable and our stepped up patrols across the province will be addressing this issue by targeting the aggressive driving and boating behaviours that put the lives and safety of innocent people at risk."

So far this year, 205 people have died in traffic related fatalities in Ontario on OPP patrolled roadways compared to 199 in 2009. Marine fatalities are down in 2010 to 17 to date as compared to 27 in 2009. 

"We are asking everyone to join our efforts by acting responsibly while out enjoying the roads and waterways this upcoming holiday long-weekend" said the new OPP Commissioner Chris Lewis. "The OPP will continue to demonstrate our commitment to safe communities by being out in full force and targeting those who put others safety at risk".

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