Hoon Truck Drivers Will Have Rigs Impounded
Source: Victoria. Minister for Police and Emergency Services. Media Release
"Police Minister Bob Cameron has issued a warning to hoon truck drivers to slow down or risk losing their rig for 48 hours. Mr Cameron said police had confiscated the first trucks under Victoria’s tough hoon laws on Monday night on the Monash Freeway. “Victoria Police impounded two trucks with one travelling at 88 kph and the other at 90 kph in a 40 kph works zone on the Monash Freeway,” Mr Cameron said. “Roadworkers were present at the time and there is clear signage leading up to and throughout the work area.”Mr Cameron said travelling at more than 45 kilometres above the speed limit through what is essentially a workplace is unacceptable.“Police will continue targeting 40kph workzones for all motorists who speed not just truck drivers,” Mr Cameron said.“The majority of truck drivers obey the law and do the right thing but those who flout the law will have their trucks impounded and could lose their licence.” Mr Cameron said the tough hoon laws were designed to save lives and had overwhelming support from the community."