This weekend marked the 20th edition of the ‘Weekend zonder alcohol en drugs achter het stuur’, a crucial campaign against impaired driving in Belgium. From Friday evening through Monday morning, the federal road police, alongside local police zones, conducted widespread checks targeting drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The operation in Aalst was particularly notable, with 12 drivers caught violating the law.
- 12 drivers caught for alcohol or drugs
- Police conduct 20th annual weekend check
- Federal and local police collaborate extensively
- Controls run from Friday to Monday morning
- Aalst police participate in enforcement
- Detailed report airs on TV Oost
These results highlight the ongoing challenge of ensuring road safety amid persistent cases of substance-impaired driving. As of 2025-06-21 18:01:00, the police efforts continue to demonstrate the importance of vigilance and enforcement. How effective are these campaigns in changing driver behaviour? And what more can be done to prevent repeat offences?
For a detailed report on the weekend’s outcomes, viewers can tune in to TV Oost Nieuws tomorrow evening. Meanwhile, here is a concise overview of the situation.
Why do these police operations remain essential in Belgium? Despite years of awareness campaigns, impaired driving persists. This weekend’s figures raise important questions about prevention and deterrence:
- Are current penalties sufficient to discourage driving under the influence?
- Could increased education and community engagement reduce repeat offences?
- How can technology aid in detecting and preventing impaired driving?
Looking ahead, continuous collaboration between federal and local police forces is vital. Belgian drivers must remain vigilant and responsible to ensure safer roads for all. Will future campaigns bring a lasting change in driver habits?
