Experts caution that reckless driving in Melbourne can have disastrous consequences for both those involved and the community.

Reckless drivers, also known as "hoons," are causing chaos and endangering lives in Melbourne by turning public roads into dangerous race tracks. According to a recent report by 9News, these drivers have been identified as a network of individuals who have been causing significant damage to both public property and private vehicles. However, the top road cop in Victoria, Assistant Commissioner Glenn Weir, has issued a strong warning that the police will not tolerate such behavior and will take strict action against those involved.

Weir has expressed his disappointment and concern over the "garbage" behavior of these hoons and has emphasized the severe penalties they will face for participating in these illegal meets. In fact, on Day 16, we witnessed a remarkable performance by an Australian cyclist, who was compared to the famous Bradbury, and the GOAT (Greatest of All Time) bid farewell with a bronze medal. However, amidst all this, the footage captured by 9News showed suburban streets being transformed into speedways, with daring drivers narrowly missing spectators and pets.

Weir highlighted the dangerous consequences of such reckless driving, stating that it could result in serious injuries or even death. He also mentioned that the police are prepared to take strict legal action, including imprisonment, against those who choose to participate in these illegal hoon meets. In recent months, the rivalry between the northern and south-eastern suburbs has led to secret, smaller-scale meets, which are difficult for the police to track. These hoons often use social media to brag about their stunts, but some have already been caught and had their vehicles confiscated.

Weir also addressed the complaints of those who have had their vehicles taken away, stating that those who choose to behave in such a dangerous manner should face the consequences. In 2019, during one of the larger-scale meets, a 22-year-old was struck and suffered severe injuries, including a broken pelvis, back, and head, in Derrimut in the city's west. The driver responsible for this was sentenced to nearly two and a half years in jail. To avoid getting caught, these hooligans now plan smaller events in industrial areas when businesses are closed, but the police are relying on tips and CCTV footage from the public to track down and prosecute these criminals.

Weir urged the public not to attend these illegal hoon meets and instead, become a part of the solution by reporting any such events to the police. He reminded everyone that these events have resulted in injuries and deaths in the past and urged people to not contribute to the problem. Additionally, for the latest breaking news, celebrity updates, and sports news, you can follow us on our WhatsApp channel, where your privacy is respected, and there are no algorithms or comments.

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