POLICE today launched Operation Tango Anaconda, a statewide enforcement operation targeting drug driving.
Running from today until the end of June, the operation will focus on high visibility random drug testing aimed at deterring drug driving offences and preventing serious and fatal crashes that occur as a result.
Five people have been killed on Logan roads in 2021 - five more than the same time last year.
Acting Inspector Paul Algie said drugs were the cause of almost 10 per cent of road fatalities nationwide, with the impairment significantly increasing the likelihood of a crash.
"If you are driving with drugs in your system you are 10 times more likely to be responsible for a crash," he said.
"We know all too well that these crashes have very serious consequences that can directly impact your life, and those around you."
He said drug driving was becoming more common in Queensland with one in five people tested having drugs in their system.
"This is concerning," he said.
Acting Inspector Algie said all available officers across the state would take part in the operation.
"The message we are sending is very clear - if you are under the influence of drugs, do not get behind the wheel. If you are drug driving, you can expect to see us," he said.
