[Vision2020] PR - MPD to Participate in Aggressive Driving Mobilization

[Stephanie Kalasz]

PRESS RELEASE

Moscow Police Department to Participate in Aggressive Driving Mobilization

March 31, 2011 (Moscow, Idaho) - The Moscow Police Department (MPD) will participate in an upcoming "Aggressive Driving Mobilization." MPD, in conjunction with agencies statewide, will focus efforts on education and awareness as they pertain to aggressive driving.

Idaho Transportation Department statistics show aggressive driving is "the highest single contributing factor in both injury and fatal crashes."

The behaviors that define aggressive driving are: failure to yield the right-of-way, stop sign violations, exceeding the posted speed, too fast for conditions, reckless driving, following too close, and disregarding traffic signals.

The goal of this project is to reduce motor vehicle crashes, injuries and deaths caused by aggressive driving behaviors through enhanced law enforcement activities, and through local media outreach conducted by participating departments.

The mobilization will be conducted from April 7th, 2011 to April 18th, 2011.

The goal of zero deaths on Idaho's roadways must be pursued through a joint effort. The Idaho Transportation Department, MPD, and law enforcement throughout the state have committed to education, awareness, and enforcement. Please do your part, drive carefully.

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Story Contact: David Duke, Chief of Police
Phone: 208-883-7054
Email: dduke at ci.moscow.id.us<mailto:dduke at ci.moscow.id.us>



The City of Moscow delivers quality municipal services while ensuring responsible use of resources. We anticipate and meet the needs of our diverse population in order to build public trust and enhance a sense of community.

Jen Pfiffner
Assistant to the City Supervisor
City of Moscow
PO Box 9203 | 206 E Third Street
Moscow, ID 83843
p  | 208.883.7123
f   | 208.883.7018
w | www.ci.moscow.id.us<http://www.ci.moscow.id.us>


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