Gendarmerie in Marguerittes Conducts Road Safety Checks, Issues Numerous Citations

Marguerittes, Gard – On Thursday, February 26, 2026, the Brigade de Gendarmerie in Marguerittes conducted a road safety operation in the Manduel and Bezouce areas. The operation, carried out by eight officers, resulted in a significant number of citations issued for various traffic violations.

Traffic Violations Identified

During the two-hour operation, gendarmes focused on identifying and addressing dangerous driving behaviors. A total of 12 drivers were cited for speeding, with violations ranging from 10 to 40 km/h over the speed limit. 19 drivers were found to be using their mobile phones while driving. One driver tested positive for drug use, and other offenses contributing to road accidents were also recorded. Auto Journal reported on the extensive control.

Concerning Child Safety Incident

One incident particularly drew the attention of the officers. A driver was observed traveling with a three-year-old child who was not properly secured in a car seat and was leaning dangerously out of the vehicle window. Gendarmerie du Gard highlighted this dangerous situation on social media.

Brigade de Gendarmerie Contact Information

The Brigade de Gendarmerie in Marguerittes is located at 310 allée Jacques Cartier, 30320 Marguerittes, France. They can be reached by phone at 04 66 75 39 40. In case of emergency, dial 17 or 112. For non-urgent matters, individuals can also exchange messages online with a gendarme from the Brigade Numérique. Service Public provides details on contacting the brigade.

Importance of Reporting and Legal Responsibility

Authorities remind drivers that a signed complaint must be filed with the gendarmerie brigade to avoid civil and criminal liability in the event of an accident or traffic violation. Service Public emphasizes this point.

The Gendarmerie Nationale continues to prioritize road safety through regular control operations and public awareness campaigns.