North Wales Police Launch Operation Apex to Slash Motorcycle Deaths and Injuries

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North Wales Police have kicked off Operation Apex, a targeted campaign to reduce motorcycle-related deaths and serious injuries across the region.

Running from spring through autumn, the campaign focuses on the months when motorcycle casualties peak.

Roads Crime Unit officers will patrol key routes and popular biker spots to engage with riders and enforce safety laws.

Chief Inspector Caroline Mullen-Hurst said, “We look at all motorists as part of the Op Apex campaign, however, during the spring and summer months increased focus is given to motorcycle safety as larger numbers of motorcyclists take their bikes out to take advantage of the good weather and fantastic scenery.”

She added, “The campaign will see us focussing our enforcement in an attempt to reduce any further casualties and collisions by adopting a zero-tolerance approach.”

Last year, 60 motorcyclists were killed or seriously injured in North Wales, a 33% decrease from the previous year, but police remain vigilant.

“Road safety is the responsibility of us all – whether as a driver, motorcyclist, cyclist or pedestrian,” Mullen-Hurst said. “I would like to take this opportunity to ask everybody to take extra care when out and about on the roads.”

Motorists are urged to be especially cautious around motorcycles, giving them plenty of space and watching carefully at junctions, roundabouts, and when turning.

Riders are reminded to travel at safe speeds, wear high-visibility clothing, and always use helmets and protective gear.

“Behind every casualty will be a family who are expecting them to come home,” said Mullen-Hurst. “This campaign isn’t about spoiling people’s fun but encourages riders and drivers to be safe and competent with the aim of reducing the number of collisions.”

North Wales Police will also use National Police Air Service (NPAS) aircraft to monitor biker activity and direct officers to areas of concern.

Sergeant Leigh McCann of the Roads Crime Unit said, “We are committed to keeping people safe on the roads of north Wales – we want them to enjoy the roads but most of all we want them to ride and drive safely and responsibly.”

He added, “Whilst the vast majority of motorists ride or drive appropriately, we will continue to target – with a view to prosecution, all those that ride or drive dangerously.”

The campaign encourages riders to attend BikeSafe workshops, which offer training to improve riding skills and safety awareness.

Details and bookings for BikeSafe sessions are available at www.bikesafe.co.uk.