Aggressive Driving Enforcement
This month, the Traffic Unit is participating in a Maryland Highway Safety Office aggressive driving enforcement wave. This means we are out there actively targeting drivers who are engaging in aggressive behaviors behind the wheel. When you think of “aggressive driving,” the first thing that comes to mind is probably an old granny speeding down the road. While speeding is the most common form of aggressive driving, it actually takes on several forms.
Speeding, tailgating, unsafe lane changes, and passing on the shoulder are all types of aggressive driving. While there are loads of different aggressive driving behaviors, there is one thing they all have in common. They all have the potential to be deadly. In fact, since 207 roughly 30% of all traffic fatalities can be directly attributed to aggressive driving. We all heard about the devastating tragedy on I-695. The driver involved appeared to be driving aggressively leading up to the incident.
While you are out and about this weekend, leave early, make a plan and do what you can to avoid meeting any members of the traffic unit. We will be looking for you. And, if you do happen to see Granny zipping down the road, do not hesitate to call and let us know. You could be saving a life.
SCHOOL BUS CAMERA UPDATE – Since implementing the system, 394 violations have been observed. Do your part to keep that number from growing.
Until next week, slow down, pay attention, wear your seatbelt, and drive safely