Daily traffic enforcement update

Mar 31, 2011 2 min read

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit is providing the information listed below in continuing efforts to increase traffic safety awareness and education, plus to emphasize the importance of obeying traffic laws to reduce traffic crashes, injuries and death on Lee County roads.

On Thursday, March 31, 2011, the Traffic Unit will target at least one of the following three locations for enforcement:

1. River Ranch Road, Estero

2. Beth Stacey Blvd., Lehigh Acres

3. College Parkway @ U.S. 41, Fort Myers

Locations are selected based upon high incidents of crashes, traffic surveys and citizen complaints. The Sheriff’s Office is committed to promoting traffic safety and enforcing the law. By focusing on violations such as red light running, speeding, DUI and others, motorists become more alert and are laws. The Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit and District Patrol Deputies enforce our traffic laws each day by issuing citations and warnings.

Preliminary results from their cumulative activity yesterday are as follows:

Citations Issued: 116

Written Warnings Issued: 208

Citizens can help by letting us know if they observe problem areas, aggressive or impaired drivers and by their compliance with the rules of the road. To get in touch with one of our traffic deputies call (239) 477-1000. If you see a reckless or drunk driver while you are traveling in your motor vehicle in Lee County, dial 9-1-1.

This traffic enforcement advisory is available each day on the Sheriff’s Office website at www.sheriffleefl.org.

Everyone is reminded to “Fasten Your Seat Belts, be courteous to drivers and pedestrians and together we can reduce traffic related fatalities, injuries and property damage.”

Note: This weekend, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit, will conduct D.U.I. “saturation” patrols in undisclosed locations of Lee County. These roving patrols are an enhancement to the daily commitment of our deputies to remove impaired drivers from our roadways with the ultimate goal of reducing traffic related crashes, injuries and fatalities. Saturation patrols are one of many education and enforcement initiatives scheduled throughout the year to combat drunk driving. Remember, “Over the Limit. Under Arrest.”

Source: Lee County Sheriff’s Department

Daily traffic enforcement update

Mar 29, 2011 2 min read

On Tuesday, March 29, 2011, the Traffic Unit will target at least one of the following three locations for enforcement:

1. State Road 82, Lehigh Acres

2. Pondella Road, North Fort Myers

3. Alico Road @ Ben Hill Griffin Parkway, Fort Myers

Locations are selected based upon high incidents of crashes, traffic surveys and citizen complaints. The Sheriff’s Office is committed to promoting traffic safety and enforcing the law. By focusing on violations such as red light running, speeding, DUI and others, motorists become more alert and are encouraged to obey traffic laws. The Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit and District Patrol Deputies enforce our traffic laws each day by issuing citations and warnings. Preliminary results from their cumulative activity yesterday are as follows:

Citations Issued: 35

Written Warnings Issued: 176

This traffic enforcement advisory is available each day on the Sheriff’s Office website at www.sheriffleefl.org.

Everyone is reminded to “Fasten Your Seat Belts, be courteous to drivers and pedestrians and together we can reduce traffic related fatalities, injuries and property damage.”

Note: The Florida “Click It or Ticket” education and enforcement wave continues through March 31. Be sure to fasten your seat belts and make it a life-long, life-saving habit.

Source: Lee County Sheriff’s Department

Daily traffic enforcement update

Mar 29, 2011 2 min read

1. South Tamiami Trail (U.S. 41), Fort Myers

2. Gunnery Road, Lehigh Acres

3. West Terry Street, Bonita Springs

Locations are selected based upon high incidents of crashes, traffic surveys and citizen complaints. The Sheriff’s Office is committed to promoting traffic safety and enforcing the law. By focusing on violations such as red light running, speeding, DUI and others, motorists become more alert and are encouraged to obey traffic laws. The Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit and District Patrol Deputies enforce our traffic laws each day by issuing citations and warnings. Preliminary results from their cumulative activity yesterday are as follows:

Citations Issued: 18

Written Warnings Issued: 72

This traffic enforcement advisory is available each day on the Sheriff’s Office website at www.sheriffleefl.org.

Everyone is reminded to “Fasten Your Seat Belts, be courteous to drivers and pedestrians and together we can reduce traffic related fatalities, injuries and property damage.”

Note: In Florida, the law requires all front seat occupants, no matter their age, to buckle-up. In the back seat, the law requires those under the age of 18 to be properly fastened; however it’s a safe habit for everyone.

Source: Lee County Sheriff’s Department

Daily traffic enforcement update

Mar 10, 2011 2 min read

On Thursday, March 10, 2011, the Traffic Unit will target at least one of the following three locations for enforcement:

1. Business U.S. 41, Bonita Springs

2. Sunshine Boulevard, Lehigh Acres

3. Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers

Locations are selected based upon high incidents of crashes, traffic surveys and citizen complaints. The Sheriff’s Office is committed to promoting traffic safety and enforcing the law. By focusing on violations such as red light running, speeding, DUI and others, motorists become more alert and are encouraged to obey traffic laws. The Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit and District Patrol Deputies enforce our traffic laws each day by issuing citations and warnings. Preliminary results from their cumulative activity yesterday are as follows:

Citations Issued: 100

Written Warnings Issued: 257

This traffic enforcement advisory is available each day on the Sheriff’s Office website at www.sheriffleefl.org.

Everyone is reminded to “Fasten Your Seat Belts, be courteous to drivers and pedestrians and together we can reduce traffic related fatalities, injuries and property damage.”

Note: Traffic Safety Tip of the Week: Throughout the year and especially this month, a variety of entertainment, sporting and recreational events require additional law enforcement officers to direct traffic in and out of venues. Motorists need to pay close attention to the officers’ hand signals. Their focus is on everyone’s safety and the smooth, expeditious flow of traffic. Please be patient and obedient to prevent a needless accident.

Source: Lee County Sheriff’s Department

Daily traffic enforcement update

Mar 9, 2011 2 min read

On Wednesday, March 9, 2011, the Traffic Unit will target at least one of the following three locations for enforcement:

1. State Road 82, Fort Myers

2. Slater Road, North Fort Myers

3. West Terry Street, Bonita Springs

Locations are selected based upon high incidents of crashes, traffic surveys and citizen complaints. The Sheriff’s Office is committed to promoting traffic safety and enforcing the law. By focusing on violations such as red light running, speeding, DUI and others, motorists become more alert and are encouraged to obey traffic laws. The Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit and District Patrol Deputies enforce our traffic laws each day by issuing citations and warnings. Preliminary results from their cumulative activity yesterday are as follows:

Citations Issued: 63

Written Warnings Issued: 143

This traffic enforcement advisory is available each day on the Sheriff’s Office website at www.sheriffleefl.org.

Everyone is reminded to “Fasten Your Seat Belts, be courteous to drivers and pedestrians and together we can reduce traffic related fatalities, injuries and property damage.”

Source: Lee County Sheriff’s Department

Daily traffic enforcement update

Mar 8, 2011 2 min read

On Tuesday, March 8, 2011, the Traffic Unit will target at least one of the following three locations for enforcement:

1. Bonita Beach Road @ U.S. 41, Bonita Springs

2. Orange River Boulevard, Fort Myers

3. Sanibel Causeway, Fort Myers

Locations are selected based upon high incidents of crashes, traffic surveys and citizen complaints. The Sheriff’s Office is committed to promoting traffic safety and enforcing the law. By focusing on violations such as red light running, speeding, DUI and others, motorists become more alert and are encouraged to obey traffic laws. The Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit and District Patrol Deputies enforce our traffic laws each day by issuing citations and warnings. Preliminary results from their cumulative activity yesterday are as follows:

Citations Issued: 33

Written Warnings Issued: 162

This traffic enforcement advisory is available each day on the Sheriff’s Office website at www.sheriffleefl.org.

Everyone is reminded to “Fasten Your Seat Belts, be courteous to drivers and pedestrians and together we can reduce traffic related fatalities, injuries and property damage.”

Note: Fog becomes more prevalent at this time of year in our area. Remember, Florida law requires your headlights be turned on. Your parking lights don’t count. If you have a sensor that turns your lights on automatically, be advised some sensors will not activate your headlights in fog, smoke or rain — you’ll have to turn them on manually.

Source: Lee County Sheriff’s Department

Daily traffic enforcement update

Mar 7, 2011 2 min read

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit is providing the information listed below in continuing efforts to increase traffic safety awareness and education, pus to emphasize the importance of obeying traffic laws to reduce traffic crashes, injuries and death on Lee County roads.

On Monday, March 7, the Traffic Unit will target at least one of the following three locations for enforcement:

Skyline Boulevard, Cape Coral

Commerce Lakes Drive, Fort Myers

West 12th Street, Lehigh Acres

Locations are selected based upon high incidents of crashes, traffic surveys and citizen complaints. The Sheriff’s office is committed to promoting traffic safety and enforcing the law. By focusing on violations such as red light running, speeding, DUI and others, motorists become more alert and are encouraged to obey traffic laws. The Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit and District Patrol Deputies enforce our traffic laws each day by issuing citations and warnings. Preliminary results from their cumulative activity yesterday are as follows:

Citations issued: 76

Written Warnings issued: 226

Citizens can help by letting us know if they observe problem areas, aggressive or impaired drivers and by their compliance with the rules of the road. To get in touch with one of our traffic deputies, call 477-1000. If you see a reckless or drunk driver while you are traveling in your motor vehicle in Lee County, dial 9-1-1.

This traffic enforcement advisory is available each day on the Sheriff’s Office website at sheriffleefl.org.

Everyone is reminded to “Fasten Your Seat Belts, be courteous to drivers and pedestrians and together we can reduce traffic related fatalities, injuries and property damage.”

Source: Lee County Sheriff’s Department

Daily traffic enforcement update

Mar 3, 2011 2 min read

On Thursday, March 3, 2011, the Traffic Unit will target at least one of the following three locations for enforcement:

1. Bell Boulevard, Lehigh Acres

2. Pine Ridge Road, Fort Myers

3. Beacon Boulevard, Fort Myers

Locations are selected based upon high incidents of crashes, traffic surveys and citizen complaints. The Sheriff’s Office is committed to promoting traffic safety and enforcing the law. By focusing on violations such as red light running, speeding, DUI and others, motorists become more alert and are encouraged to obey traffic laws. The Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit and District Patrol Deputies enforce our traffic laws each day by issuing citations and warnings. Preliminary results from their cumulative activity yesterday are as follows:

Citations Issued: 44

Written Warnings Issued: 170

This traffic enforcement advisory is available each day on the Sheriff’s Office website at www.sheriffleefl.org.

Everyone is reminded to “Fasten Your Seat Belts, be courteous to drivers and pedestrians and together we can reduce traffic related fatalities, injuries and property damage.”

Source: Lee County Sheriff’s Department

Daily traffic enforcement update

Mar 2, 2011 2 min read

On Wednesday, March 2, 2011, the Traffic Unit will target at least one of the

following three locations for enforcement:

1. Tice Street, Fort Myers

2. Orange Grove Boulevard, North Fort Myers

3. Business U.S. 41, Bonita Springs

Locations are selected based upon high incidents of crashes, traffic surveys and citizen complaints. The Sheriff’s Office is committed to promoting traffic safety and enforcing the law. By focusing on violations such as red light running, speeding, DUI and others, motorists become more alert and are encouraged to obey traffic laws. The Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit and District Patrol Deputies enforce our traffic laws each day by issuing citations and warnings. Preliminary results from their cumulative activity yesterday are as follows:

Citations Issued: 47

Written Warnings Issued: 151

This traffic enforcement advisory is available each day on the Sheriff’s Office website at www.sheriffleefl.org.

Everyone is reminded to “Fasten Your Seat Belts, be courteous to drivers and pedestrians and together we can reduce traffic related fatalities, injuries and property damage.”

Note: Fog becomes more prevalent at this time of year in our area.

Remember, Florida law requires your headlights be turned on. Your

parking lights don’t count. If you have a sensor that turns your lights

on automatically, be advised some sensors will not activate your

headlights in fog, smoke or rain — you’ll have to turn them on

manually.

Source: Lee County Sheriff’s Department

Daily traffic enforcement update

Mar 1, 2011 2 min read

On Tuesday, March 1, 2011, the Traffic Unit will target at least one of the following three locations for enforcement:

1. Richmond Avenue, Lehigh Acres

2. Estero Parkway, Fort Myers

3. Palm Beach Boulevard (State Road 80), Fort Myers

Locations are selected based upon high incidents of crashes, traffic surveys and citizen complaints. The Sheriff’s Office is committed to promoting traffic safety and enforcing the law. By focusing on violations such as red light running, speeding, DUI and others, motorists become more alert and are encouraged to obey traffic laws. The Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit and District Patrol Deputies enforce our traffic laws each day by issuing citations and warnings. Preliminary results from their cumulative activity yesterday are as follows:

Citations Issued: 41

Written Warnings Issued: 177

This traffic enforcement advisory is available each day on the Sheriff’s Office website at www.sheriffleefl.org.

Everyone is reminded to “Fasten Your Seat Belts, be courteous to drivers and pedestrians and together we can reduce traffic related fatalities, injuries and property damage.”

Note: Traffic Safety Tip of the Week: This week, and in those to come, you can be sure there will be additional traffic and congestion on area roads as visitors and tourists enjoy Spring Break on our beaches, Spring Training Baseball at local stadiums and the Southwest Florida Fair in North Fort Myers. Add preparation and patience to your recipe for safer driving.

Source: Lee County Sheriff’s Department