The Suffolk Police Department Motor Carrier Unit joined with other Hampton Roads law enforcement agencies to conduct a regional inspection of trucks and large vehicles. This initiative is referred to as the Specialized Transportation Safety Committee of Drive Safe Hampton Roads. The inspections performed by this group are performed monthly and ensure that all trucks and…
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DMV Encourages Parents and Caregivers to Ensure Children are Safely Secured or Belted in Vehicles at All Times
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: September 21, 2022 Contact: Jessica Cowardin (804) 367-6834 jessica.cowardin@dmv.virginia.gov DMV Encourages Parents and Caregivers to Ensure Children are Safely Secured or Belted in Vehicles at All Times National Child Passenger Safety Week is September 18-24 RICHMOND — As part of National Child Passenger Safety Week, the Virginia Department of Motor…
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Remembering Catherine “Kate” Wilson
Catherine Booth Wilson Kate passed away September 12, 2022 at the age of 62. She was employed by AAA Tidewater Virginia as Traffic Safety Manager and has been a long-time member and supporter of Drive Safe Hampton Roads. In 2006, Kate was voted as DSHR's Vice President, before leading the organization as President in 2007.…
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School Time Tips for Back-to-School Safety
Tips for Motorists: Be alert and slow down when driving in neighborhoods with school zones. For those school districts returning to campuses, obey the "flashing signal light system" used for school buses. Yellow flashing lights indicate the bus is preparing to stop to load or unload children. Motorists should slow down and prepare to stop…
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