20240716 24-05 Speed EnforcementFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
7/16/2024
Ofc. K. Yager #70
Drive smart: Reduce your speed for safer travel
Oak Brook, IL – The Oak Brook Police Department today announced it is partnering with
the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Illinois State Police and more than 200
local law enforcement agencies to step up enforcement efforts across the state in an effort
to reduce speeding. Throughout the month of July, motorists can expect increased patrols
looking for speeding, as well as other traffic violations.
“Speeding causes unnecessary danger on our roads,” said Chief Brian Strockis. “Speed
greatly reduces a driver’s ability to steer safely around another vehicle, a hazardous
object or an unexpected curve. Speeding drivers put themselves, their passengers and
other motorists at tremendous risk.”
During the speeding enforcement blitz, officers will intensify enforcement of posted
speed limits.
“Offenders will be stopped and ticketed,” said Chief Brian Strockis. “Our goal is to save
lives.”
The speed enforcement effort is made possible by federal traffic safety funds
administered by IDOT.
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