Victoria Police launch major Easter operation on state’s roads

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Victoria Police will launch an extensive Easter operation targeting drivers under the influence in popular holiday locations.

The parents of a 23-year-old who was killed by a drunk driver have spoken out in an emotional plea as Victoria Police mount a massive operation this Easter long weekend.

The effort will include marked and unmarked vehicles as well as the force’s booze and drug bus fleet.Victoria Police officers breath test drivers on Alexandra Avenue in Melbourne. Picture: Mark Dadswell "He hadn't known her for very long, and obviously thought he could trust her...for me, that's the biggest thing. You need to know your driver, you to make sure you are 100 per cent sure that they are responsible."

 

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