- October 10, 2024
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Volusia County ranks in the top 25 counties in Florida for traffic crashes that cause serious and fatal injuries to pedestrians and bicyclists.
To help reduce those crashes, the Ormond Beach Police Department is participating in the Florida Department of Transportation High Visibility Enforcement Program, which teaches motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians about state traffic laws.
Starting this month through May 2024, OBPD will place extra officers on patrol in corridors with a high number of pedestrian and bicycle crashes, according to a press release.
Officers will look for drivers speeding, failing to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks, conducting improper turns or signal violations and using hand-held devices while driving.
Officers also will watch for pedestrians who cross the street illegally or fail to yield to motorists who have right-of-way. Bicyclists will be stopped for riding against traffic, riding at night without lights or not abiding by the same laws as motor vehicles.
Officers will issue warnings and citations only when appropriate.
