Jul 01, 2024

North Platte Police to participate in a Speed Enforcement campaign from July 5th - July 13th

Posted Jul 01, 2024 10:00 PM

North Platte Police Department

  The North Platte Police Department is participating in a Speed Enforcement Campaign funded by the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), Highway Safety Office from July 5th through July 13th. 2022 National Highway Safety Administration statistics indicated that 12,251 people were killed in speeding related accidents.

Consequences of excessive speed include: Greater potential for loss of vehicle control, Increased stopping distance, Increase in the severity of the crash & reduced effectiveness of occupant protection equipment. The North Platte Police Department asks citizens to obey speed limits to ensure safe arrival at their destinations