April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and the Naperville Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies throughout the state to remind motorists to “Drop It and Drive.”
“Texting while driving puts everyone on the road at risk by distracting a driver visually, manually and cognitively,” said Sgt. Rick Krakow. “During Distracted Driving Awareness Month, we’re working to increase awareness of these dangers and encourage all motorists to give driving their full attention.”
At a time when traffic fatalities are on the rise in Illinois and across the country, the Naperville Police Department is committed to reducing the traffic crashes caused by distractions like texting or talking on a cell phone.
While patrol officers look for this violation year-round, this enforcement campaign allows the Naperville Police Department to dedicate officers specifically to this effort. Motorists can expect to see increased patrols and enforcement zones throughout the entire month of April. Officers will be ticketing drivers who text or use their cell phones while driving.
The distracted driving campaign is administered by IDOT with federal traffic safety funds.
About Naperville
Located 28 miles west of Chicago, Naperville, Ill., is home to approximately 145,000 people. This vibrant, thriving city consistently ranks as a top community in the nation in which to live, raise children and retire. The city is home to acclaimed public and parochial schools, the best public library system in the country, an array of healthcare options and an exceptionally low crime rate. Naperville has ready access to a variety of public transportation, housing and employment options. The city's diversified employer base features high technology firms, retailers and factories, as well as small and home-based businesses. Residents also enjoy world-class parks, diverse worship options, the opportunity to serve on several City boards and commissions, a thriving downtown shopping and dining area, a renowned outdoor history museum known as Naper Settlement and an active civic community. For more information, please visit our website at www.naperville.il.us.
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