Crofton Rush-Hour Crackdown Pulls Over 38 Drivers

CROFTON, MD — Authorities say 38 vehicles were pulled over by police during Thursday's morning rush hour during a crackdown for texting while drivers, speeding and other traffic violations. The targeted patrols ran on Crain Highway (MD Route 3) in the Crofton/Gambrills area.

Using marked and unmarked cars, Anne Arundel County Police officers made 38 traffic stops for offenses ranging from talking/texting on a cell phone, unsafe passing, failing to obey red lights and speeding. Also, one unsafe commercial vehicle was inspected after being stopped and placed out of service. In total, 28 citations and 25 warnings were issued, and seven equipment repair orders were issued, according to a news release.

Also, one driver was charged with possession of marijuana on a civil citation.

The number of distracted and aggressive driving cases linked to crashes has increased in Anne Arundel County, the department said in a news release, and these enforcement waves are intended to reduce those types of behaviors. Drivers are reminded that any distraction can increase the chances of a crash and ask drivers to “get your head out of your apps” and concentrate on the road.

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These patrols are in support of Chief Timothy Altomare’s goal of reducing crashes in Anne Arundel County, says the department, and more coordinated traffic stops are planned throughout the county this year. Officers will focus on aggressive/distracted driving and commercial vehicle enforcement using other agencies, covert vehicles and police motorcycles.

Anyone who sees vehicles driven in a careless or reckless manner is asked to contact the police department by calling 911 or the non-emergency number: 410-222-8610.

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