The Alcoa Police Department is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) for “Slow Down Tennessee.” During April 14 – 28, Alcoa Police Department will increase education, awareness, and enforcement efforts to help reduce speed-related crashes, injuries, and fatalities statewide.
The Alcoa Police Department responded to 1,027 crashes last year. APD investigated four (4) traffic-related fatalities and 213 injuries as a result of crashes.
Chief of Police David Carswell said, “We don’t take comfort by saying we investigated four fatalities out of 1,027 vehicle crashes when we know that one fatality is one too many. There is nothing more effective than simply slowing down that will save your life or somebody else’s. For those who don’t want to or refuse to believe this, then maybe our blue lights in their rearview mirror can serve as a strong reminder that we are serious about traffic safety.”
The Alcoa Police Department will be conducting high visibility traffic saturations and patrols utilizing marked patrol vehicles, motorcycle patrols, and unmarked patrol vehicles to reduce speeding-related crashes through high visibility patrols and enforcement.
The State of Tennessee requires motorists to always exercise due care and maintain a safe speed while driving. Speed limits may vary depending on the county and road conditions; therefore, drivers are urged to always pay attention and adhere to posted speed limits and traffic conditions to ensure the safety of all roadway users.
For more information about speeding, visit www.tntrafficsafety.org/speeding.