Data from the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) shows that over 1,200 lives have been lost on Victorian roads over the past five years, with 295 recorded in 2023, the highest number of lives lost on Victorian roads in 15 years.
In 2022 there were 241 lives lost. In 2021 there were 234 lives lost. Even one life lost on our roads is one too many.
Whether you are a motorist, motorcyclist, pedestrian or cyclist – road safety is everyone’s responsibility, and we all have a role to play in reducing road trauma.
See It. Share It.
We’re asking people to report driving behaviours that clearly put others at risk. This includes things like speeding, running red lights, tailgating, weaving in and out of traffic, or driving while distracted (like texting). If you see someone driving dangerously, submitting that footage can help prevent serious accidents and make the roads safer for everyone.
Report dangerous driving that puts others at risk!
Risks And Penalties
The penalties for high-risk driving in Victoria can be severe, particularly when drugs or alcohol are involved.
Consequences may include loss of licence, having your vehicle impounded, significant fines, or even imprisonment.
For dangerous driving specifically, you can face a fine of up to $47,520, have your vehicle impounded for 30 days or up to 2 years imprisonment.
Examples include:
| Disobey red traffic light |
| Max fine $1,980 and 3 demerit points |
| Careless driving |
| Max fine $1,188 and 3 demerit points |
| Fail to give turn signal |
| Max fine $594 and 2 demerit points |
| Fail to keep left of median strip |
| Max fine $1,980 and 3 demerit points |
Share What You've Seen
If you have any video footage of high-risk driving on our roads,
you can share this with Crime Stoppers anytime online.
Remember: You are in control of how much information you share, and you can choose to be anonymous.
FAQs
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If you see someone driving erratically,
- Remain calm and remember that you and your passenger’s safety is priority.
- Try to safely distance yourself from the high-risk vehicle or pull over.
- Once you have pulled over, or if you have a passenger, consider taking note of the following details:
- The vehicle’s registration, make and model
- The driver’s gender and age
- The incident’s time and date
- What event took place
- The vehicle’s registration, make and model
- Contact Triple Zero on 000.
- If the incident occurred in the past, contact the Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000.
Remember: Everyone has a role to play in keeping our roads safe.
If you have been involved in a collision,
- Stop immediately in the safest location you can access.
- If someone is injured, call 000 and help the injured to the best of your ability.
- Provide your name, address, registration number, and the vehicle owner’s name (if not your own) to those involved in the crash.
- Note the make and model of the cars involved, and take photos of any damage.
- Contact the police (or make a report at the nearest police station) if:
- Any person has been injured.
- Any property has been damaged (and the owner is not present).
- You feel unsafe.
For more information visit VicRoads
If you or someone you know has been affected by road trauma and needs to speak with someone, please contact Amber Community on 1300 367 797 or visit ambercommunity.org.au
Amber Community is a not-for-profit organisation that offers free counselling.
Their office hours are between 9 am – 5 pm, Monday to Friday.
If you require urgent crisis support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
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