CLOSE TO 300 BREATH TESTS: POLICE CRACK DOWN ON BAD BEACH BEHAVIOUR

Almost 300 breath tests were conducted over the weekend, as part of a multi-agency operation targeting bad behaviour on beaches between Evans Head and South Ballina.

A number of infringement notices and warnings were issued to beach-goers, including for negligent driving as well as anti-social behaviour.

The operation is a result of numerous complaints of people driving erratically and dangerous on local beaches, risking the safety of the community and wildlife.

Local Police say beachgoers should expect more operations like this throughout the warmer months.

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