Alaska State Troopers and Alaska Wildlife Troopers are conducting additional patrols through June 6 as part of the Click It or Ticket campaign. Nationwide it is estimated that about 15,000 lives were saved in 2017 by motorists wearing their seatbelts.
While troopers will be focused on identifying drivers and passengers not utilizing their seatbelts, they also will be on the lookout for dangerous drivers and drivers operating their vehicles under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Colonel Bryan Barlow, Director of the Alaska State Troopers said:
“With the start of summer many Alaskans and visitors will be travelling the roads to go to their favorite fishing spot or to take in some amazing scenery, it only takes about a second to put on your seatbelt before you leave. Wearing a seatbelt can save your life. It’s not just the law, it’s the right and safe thing to do.”
Motorists who see someone driving dangerously are encouraged to call in a REDDI report – Report Every Dangerous Driver Immediately – by calling 911. Click here for more information about REDDI.
Funding for increased patrol efforts comes from grants distributed by the Alaska Highway Safety Office.
