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ACT Policing's Safe Summer campaign for the 2024-25 period was launched today, encouraging the community to enjoy the festive season but to do so responsibly.
Warm weather and long summer nights see an increase in Canberrans out and about enjoying celebrations and enjoying our city.
This can also coincide with a rise in alcohol related incidents and arrests due to the rise in people, parties and events in licensed venues.
Chief Police Officer Scott Lee said this campaign encourages people to make good choices to ensure the summer season is memorable for all the right reasons.
“The Safe Summer Campaign highlights several key safety aspects we would urge people to consider heading into the summer period, including alcohol and drug consumption, road safety and personal safety,” Chief Police Officer Lee said.
“We are asking people to remember that excessive consumption of alcohol impacts on your ability to reason and make decisions, putting you at greater risk of becoming a victim of crime, or a perpetrator of crime.
“Preventing most cases of alcohol-related violence and crime from occurring comes down to behaving responsibly, and being mindful of those around you who are also looking to enjoy their summer.
“Road safety will also be a focus of this campaign, with police maintaining a high visibility presence on our roads throughout the summer with a focus being on removing impaired and speeding drivers.
“The message heading into summer is simple - have fun, be safe, and remember your night out for the right reasons by making responsible decisions.”