10 Citations Issued For Point Pleasant Boro Pedestrian Violations

POINT PLEASANT BORO – Ten citations were issued in Point Pleasant Boro for pedestrian violations as part of a one-day enforcement program, police said.

Pedestrian safety is a key issue in the community, and the Point Pleasant Police Department is committed to upholding pedestrian safety laws to protect its citizens, police said.

So, on Aug. 27, a pedestrian enforcement and education program was conducted that specifically focused on drivers and pedestrians who were violating right-of-way laws, police said.

As a result of the day's program, 10 citations were issued and an untold number of citizens were educated.

The Point Pleasant Police Department strongly encourages members of the community to follow basic safe practices:

• Drivers should be on the lookout for and stop for pedestrians.
• Drivers should stop for pedestrians in a crosswalk and stay stopped until the pedestrian is two traffic lanes away or has reached the sidewalk.
• Pedestrians should use a crosswalk when crossing the street and obey pedestrian signals.
• Pedestrians should look both ways for traffic before crossing and ensure cars are yielding before crossing. Remember that having the right-of-way does not prevent you from being seriously injured by a driver who is not paying attention. Traffic safety is everyone's personal responsibility.
• Pedestrians should wear bright colored, reflective clothing and use a flashlight when walking during hours of darkness. Be visible!