Mar 26, 2008 11:16 pm US/Eastern
State Police Crack Down On Mass. Road Rage Drivers
BOSTON (WBZ) ―
In an effort to crack down on aggressive drivers, police officers across the state have launched a new campaign called Road Respect.
Thanks to a $1.2 million grant, hundreds of officers will be out in force over the next three weeks targeting aggressive drivers.
The campaign comes nearly one year after four teenagers were killed in a horrific crash in Leicester that was blamed on road rage. Police said the driver may have been going as fast as 70 miles per hour in a 30 mile an hour zone.
The father of one victim, a probation officer in a Westborough court, spoke out about his feelings toward that teen driver and his loss at a Wednesday news conference.
"I don't think I'll ever forgive Nate for taking my little girl," James Butcher said. "Because of him, I'll never be able to walk her down the aisle. I'll never be able to hold a grand child by her."
The Road Respect campaign runs through the middle of April. Drivers can expect to see more officers on the road during the next few weeks. Advertisements for the campaign will soon be online and on the radio.
Road Respect Tips- Obey posted speed limits. Allow extra travel time for traffic and bad weather.
- Always signal your intentions when turning or changing lanes. Avoid weaving in and out of lanes.
- Don't tailgate.
- Never run yellow lights. Come to a full stop at red lights and stop signs. Don't block intersections.
- Let other drivers pass and merge as necessary.
- On multi-lane highways, use the left lane for passing only.
- Avoid distracted driving, especially if using a cell phone.
- Refrain from unnecessary use of your horn.
- Pay attention to the special needs of those drive trucks and buses, ride motorcycles and bicycles.
- Wear your safety belt. It's your best defense against an aggressive, distracted or speeding driver.
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