Alert
South Brunswick, NJ – In response to a recent increase in serious motor vehicle crashes throughout the region and the anticipated surge in travel associated with major events across New Jersey, the South Brunswick Police Department is launching Operation Safe Summer, a high-visibility traffic enforcement initiative aimed at improving roadway safety.
With increased traffic expected from summer vacations, FIFA-related activities, and New Jersey's upcoming 250th Anniversary celebrations, police officials are urging motorists to make safe driving a priority.
“We expect increased travel with all the events going on in our state, from FIFA and 250 celebrations to summer travel,” said Deputy Chief James Ryan. “We need all motorists to partner with us to improve safety on our roadways. We are making driver safety a priority by putting a surge of officers on enforcement on Tuesday, June 9th. We will have 43 officers on patrol during those 24 hours, cracking down on careless driving, impaired driving, speeding, improper use of the shoulder, red light violations, and other violations that lead to crashes. Every officer, detective, sergeant, lieutenant, and captain working will be focused on traffic enforcement. This is a priority for our department.”
The department's enforcement effort will focus on the most common contributing factors associated with serious and fatal crashes, including:
The South Brunswick Police Department encourages all motorists to slow down, eliminate distractions, wear seat belts, obey traffic signals, and never drive while impaired. Through a combination of education, enforcement, and community partnership, the department hopes to reduce crashes and ensure safe travel throughout the summer months.
As of 7 am, 67 motor vehicle stops have taken place as part of the enforcement effort.
"Our goal is simple," Ryan added. "We want everyone to arrive safely at their destination and return home to their families."
South Brunswick Police Launch "Operation Safe Summer" Traffic Safety Initiative
South Brunswick Police Launch "Operation Safe Summer" Traffic Safety Initiative
South Brunswick, NJ – In response to a recent increase in serious motor vehicle crashes throughout the region and the anticipated surge in travel associated with major events across New Jersey, the South Brunswick Police Department is launching Operation Safe Summer, a high-visibility traffic enforcement initiative aimed at improving roadway safety.
With increased traffic expected from summer vacations, FIFA-related activities, and New Jersey's upcoming 250th Anniversary celebrations, police officials are urging motorists to make safe driving a priority.
“We expect increased travel with all the events going on in our state, from FIFA and 250 celebrations to summer travel,” said Deputy Chief James Ryan. “We need all motorists to partner with us to improve safety on our roadways. We are making driver safety a priority by putting a surge of officers on enforcement on Tuesday, June 9th. We will have 43 officers on patrol during those 24 hours, cracking down on careless driving, impaired driving, speeding, improper use of the shoulder, red light violations, and other violations that lead to crashes. Every officer, detective, sergeant, lieutenant, and captain working will be focused on traffic enforcement. This is a priority for our department.”
The department's enforcement effort will focus on the most common contributing factors associated with serious and fatal crashes, including:
-
Speeding
-
Distracted driving
-
Impaired driving
-
Careless and aggressive driving
-
Red light violations
-
Improper use of roadway shoulders
-
Failure to obey traffic laws
Motor vehicle crashes remain one of the leading public safety concerns nationwide. June, July, and August see the highest number of fatalities on highways in New Jersey and around the nation. According to traffic safety data, motor vehicle crashes are the second leading cause of unintentional injury-related deaths in both the United States and New Jersey.
The South Brunswick Police Department encourages all motorists to slow down, eliminate distractions, wear seat belts, obey traffic signals, and never drive while impaired. Through a combination of education, enforcement, and community partnership, the department hopes to reduce crashes and ensure safe travel throughout the summer months.
As of 7 am, 67 motor vehicle stops have taken place as part of the enforcement effort.
"Our goal is simple," Ryan added. "We want everyone to arrive safely at their destination and return home to their families."
Instructions:
Operation Safe Summer - Drive Safely
Address/Location
South Brunswick Twp Police Department
540 Ridge Rd
South Brunswick Township, NJ 08852
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 732-329-4646
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Minor - Minimal to no known threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Immediate - Responsive action SHOULD be taken immediately
- Certainty:
- Observed - Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing
- Category:
- Other events
- Event:
- Routine Monthly Test