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The “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign runs until Labor Day!

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Ridgewood NJ, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) today announced the launch of enhanced enforcement efforts to deter impaired driving in New Jersey. Grant funding from HTS will support law enforcement agencies across the state in conducting patrols and sobriety checkpoints to remove alcohol- and drug-impaired drivers from the roads.

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7 Killed in Memorial Day Weekend Crashes Across NJ as State Police Ramp Up Safety Patrols

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West Trenton NJ, a tragic Memorial Day weekend turned deadly on New Jersey roadways, with seven people losing their lives in separate crashes between May 23 and May 27, according to the New Jersey State Police.

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Is Signage Identifying School Zones Adequate Within the Village of Ridgewood?

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Ridgewood NJ, two separate arrests made within 1000 feet of a private school during recent months for driving under the influence, one of which included drug possession charges as well, prompt The Ridgewood Blog to now question whether there is adequate signage in place identifying all school zones within Ridgewood. Particularly, are there any “Drug Free School Zone” signs erected?

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New Jersey State Police: Keep the Roads Safe This Holiday, Drive Sober!

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Ridgewood NJ, Thanksgiving weekend is one of the busiest travel times of the year, with millions taking to the roadways. Our priority is ensuring everyone traveling through New Jersey arrives at their destinations safely. Drive responsibly and make safety your top priority this holiday season. The NJ State Police encourage you to follow a few safety tips to prepare for the unexpected emergencies associated with holiday traffic. Before you head out, please consider the following:

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UPDATE: Four-Car Chain-Reaction Crash on Route 17 Leads to Arrest of 18-Year-Old for DWI

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Saddle River NJ, a four-car, chain-reaction crash occurred Saturday night on Route 17 South near East Allendale Road when a Range Rover lost control and rear-ended two police vehicles and a stopped car. The driver, Joseph Ford, 18, of New York City, was later arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI), along with multiple other charges.

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Newark Man Charged with Assault by Auto in Rutherford Route 3 U-Turn Crash that Left 3 Injured

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Rutherford NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 40-year-old JUSTIN R. LATORRE of Newark, NJ on charges of assault by auto. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck and the Rutherford Police Department under the direction of Chief John Russo.

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New Jersey Municipal Courts Reveal Traffic Ticket Statistics for 2023-2024: Which Bergen County Towns Issued the Most?

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Ridgewood NJ, New Jersey municipal courts have officially released data on traffic tickets distributed across towns from July 2023 to June 2024. The statistics highlight the total number of traffic violations, including DWI, moving violations, and parking tickets, issued in each borough, township, and city. They also provide insight into how many tickets have been resolved in court versus those still pending or part of a backlog.

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NJ State Police Reminds Everyone to Celebrate the New Year Responsibly

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West Trenton, NJ, as we prepare to say goodbye to 2023 and usher in 2024, the New Jersey State Police would like to remind motorists that celebrations start and end with responsible decisions. To ensure this holiday isn’t marred by preventable tragedies, plan ahead for the New Year celebration.

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“Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Campaign to Promote Safer Roadways During the Holiday Season

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Ridgewood NJ, in a dedicated effort to promote the safety of New Jersey residents and visitors during the upcoming holiday season, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) today announced the kickoff of the annual “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Year-End Holiday Campaign.

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Fair Lawn Crash Leads to Thanksgiving Eve DWI Arrest

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Fair Lawn NJ, a head on Wednesday evening, 11/22, collision at the intersection of Maple Avenue and Wagaraw Road, Fair Lawn resulted in two (2) injuries requiring ambulance transportation, and a DWI arrest. Both crash victims were transported by Hawthorne EMS to St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center’s Wayne facility. Fair Lawn Police detained the driver of a black colored Nissan Rogue and transported him to Fair Lawn Police headquarters for processing. Fair Lawn Fire Companies 1 & 2 also responded to the incident. Both vehicles were towed from the scene.

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Port Authority Police to Conduct DWI Checkpoints at George Washington Bridge This Weekend

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Fort Lee NJ, as part of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s commitment to ensuring the safety of the traveling public, the Port Authority Police Department will conduct Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) checkpoints at the George Washington Bridge from approximately 10 p.m. Friday, June 16, to 6 a.m. Saturday, June 17.

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The Summer Season Starts with Vehicle and Vessel Safety

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West Trenton NJ,  Memorial Day is traditionally the unofficial start to summer and the official start to the summer driving season. This Memorial Day weekend there will be thousands of motorists travelling New Jersey’s roadways to get to our beaches, lakes, state parks or just across town to a friend’s house. Whether you will be traveling to the Jersey shore or down the street to be with family and friends, motorists will need to be cautious in order to avoid tragedies.

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NJ State Police Increase Patrols Statewide for July 4th Holiday Weekend

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Ridgewood NJ, the New Jersey State Police would like everyone to enjoy their holiday safely. If you plan on visiting one of our beaches, lakes, state parks, or spending time with friends and family, there will be more cars on our roadways statewide, including ours.

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New Jersey State Police Arrest Teaneck Man After DWI Traffic Stop Leads to Drug and Weapon Changes

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Teaneck NJ, the New Jersey State Police have arrested Kevin A. Simmons, 49, of Teaneck N.J. after a traffic stop led to a DWI arrest and the recovery of weapons and drugs.

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Glen Rock Police Officer Injured Investigating a Motor Vehicle Accident on South Highwood Avenue

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Glen Rock NJ, on Fraid August 2oth at 9:21 PM, during the course of investigating a motor vehicle accident on South Highwood Avenue, Glen Rock Police Officer Adam Pyatak arrested a 52-year-old Glen Rock woman for D.W.I.  During the course of the arrest, an officer assisting at the scene was injured and transported to Hackensack University Medical Center.

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