A three-day RCMP traffic enforcement blitz in southeastern New Brunswick led to 241 tickets and 30 vehicles being towed.

The operation was carried out between Aug. 20 and 22 by members of the New Brunswick RCMP’s Tactical Traffic Enforcement Unit (TTEU).

Officers were stationed in the Greater Moncton area, as well as Richibucto, Shediac and Petitcodiac.

According to the RCMP, the initiative focused on identifying unsafe vehicles and high-risk driving behaviours.

Of the 241 tickets issued, 47 were for distracted driving, making it the most common offence.

Police also handed out 45 tickets for operating a vehicle without a valid inspection certificate, 33 for failing to wear a seatbelt, and 32 for speeding.

Thirty vehicles were towed during the operation. Two were removed for lacking proper insurance, and another two were impounded for exceeding the speed limit by more than 50 kilometres an hour.

Police say two individuals were issued court dates for driving while suspended, and one person was arrested on outstanding warrants.

“We’ve seen a troubling rise in distracted driving incidents, and this recent wave of enforcement actions reflects our commitment to keeping roads safe,” said Sgt. Ghislain David with the Tactical Traffic Enforcement Unit.

“Whether it’s texting behind the wheel, eating while driving, or adjusting your GPS, these seemingly small distractions can have devastating consequences.”

The RCMP says the TTEU conducts regular, targeted enforcement across the province to improve road safety, educate drivers about traffic laws, and reduce serious injuries and fatal collisions.

Police are asking the public to help keep dangerous drivers off the road by reporting them to 911.

They say providing details such as the vehicle description, licence plate number, and direction of travel can assist officers in responding quickly