Twenty-one people died and 654 were injured (19 seriously, 635 slightly) in 578 road accidents and accidentswhich occurred in May, in the region of Attica.

According to Attica Traffic Directoratethe main ones cause of these traffic offenses were driving without prudence and attention, violation of regulatory signs and violation of traffic rules by pedestrians.

The non-use of a protective helmet by the drivers and passengers of the two-wheelers increased, in many cases, the severity of their injuries.

At the same time, during the same period of time as part of the targeted actions implemented by the Attica Traffic Directorate for traffic policing and upgrading the level of road safety in the Attica area, it was confirmed 19,803 violations of which 844 were misdemeanors.

Indicatively confirmed:

-410 violations for driving under the influence of alcohol, of which 41 were misdemeanors,

-1,839 speed limit violations,

-156 offenses for violating a red light,

-430 violations for mobile phone use,

-897 violations for not using a seat belt,

-957 violations for not wearing a protective helmet and,

-41 violations for dangerous maneuvers.