Batavia Police Release Results Of Independence Day Safety Campaign

BATAVIA, IL — The Batavia Police Department revealed Wednesday that officers issued a total of 56 tickets during the Fourth of July safety campaign.

The "Click It or Ticket" enforcement ran from June 20 to July 7, encompassing Independence Day. During the campaign, police's citations included 37 for speeding, one for distracted driving and 18 for other traffic violations. Officers also made two driving under the influence-related arrests — one for drugs and the other for alcohol — as well as one arrest for driving without a valid license.

"This campaign is a reminder that impaired driving is not only dangerous, but also illegal," officials wrote in the release. "The Batavia Police Department is committed to keeping our roads safe through proactive enforcement and public education."

The Batavia Police Department joined forces with more than 200 other local law enforcement agencies for the high-visibility enforcement that included outreach activities and a media campaign.

The enforcement effort was paid for by federal traffic safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.