The Royal Gibraltar Police (RGP) took a humorous approach to road safety awareness, posting a tongue-in-cheek announcement on social media about their Operation Drive Safe enforcement.
In a tweet that quickly gained attention, the RGP Traffic Officers joked that on February 29, 30, and 31, there would be no road safety enforcement in Gibraltar—before adding a disclaimer that they were just kidding.
Clever Campaign for a Serious Message
The tweet, which included hashtags #WeAreJustKidding, #DriveToArrive, and #OpDriveSafe, was a lighthearted reminder that road safety remains a priority at all times, even on non-existent dates.
The Royal Gibraltar Police frequently conduct Operation Drive Safe, a campaign aimed at reducing speeding, reckless driving, and ensuring compliance with traffic laws to keep Gibraltar’s roads safe.
Public Reaction
The post was met with amusement and praise from social media users, with many commending the police for engaging the community in a fun yet effective way.
One user responded: “Had me for a second there! Great way to remind people to drive safely!”
Another wrote: “Best police tweet of the day! But seriously, always drive safely.”
Police Reminder: Drive Responsibly
Despite the joke, the Royal Gibraltar Police emphasized the seriousness of road safety and encouraged all motorists to obey traffic laws, avoid distractions, and drive responsibly to ensure everyone arrives safely at their destination.
Further updates on Operation Drive Safe and other traffic initiatives can be found on the RGP’s official social media pages.
