30 Dead in Easter Traffic Operation
During the Easter holiday, police reported many deaths and injuries on the roads. The number of deaths increased significantly compared to last year. This raised concerns about road safety.
The Portuguese police, including the GNR and PSP, carried out an operation during the Easter holiday. They reported 20 deaths and 53 serious injuries. This was a large increase from the previous year’s operation, which had five fatalities. There were 30 deaths in 28 fatal accidents. Traffic was very busy with 17.3 million trips.
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Highlights
High Road Death Toll
Portuguese police reported 20 deaths and 53 serious injuries during the Easter holiday.
Increased Fatalities Compared to Last Year
The Easter traffic operation recorded 30 deaths, up from five last year.
Significant Mobility Increase
There was a 3.2% increase in mobility during the operation.
Large Number of Trips
17.3 million trips were made during the traffic operation.
Fatal Accidents in Operation
The operation resulted in 28 fatal accidents.