16 Cited For Violating Point Pleasant Boro's Pedestrian Laws: PD

Sixteen people were cited for violating pedestrian safety laws in Point Pleasant Boro over the past week, police said.

On July 1, a pedestrian enforcement and education program was conducted which specifically focused on drivers and pedestrians who were violating right-of-way laws, police said.

As a result of Monday’s program, 16 citations were issued and an untold number of citizens were educated, police said.

Police said pedestrian safety is a key issue in the community, and the Point Pleasant Police Department is committed to upholding pedestrian safety laws to protect its citizens.

The Point Pleasant Police Department strongly encourages members of the community to follow basic safe practices:

• Drivers should be on the lookout for and stop for pedestrians.
• Drivers should stop for pedestrians in a crosswalk and stay stopped until the pedestrian is two traffic lanes away or has reached the sidewalk.
• Pedestrians should use a crosswalk when crossing the street and obey pedestrian signals.
• Pedestrians should look both ways for traffic before crossing and ensure cars are yielding before crossing. Remember that having the right-of-way does not prevent you from being seriously injured by a driver who is not paying attention. Traffic safety is everyone's personal responsibility.
• Pedestrians should wear bright-colored, reflective clothing and use a flashlight when walking during hours of darkness. Be visible!

The Point Pleasant Police Department is committed to doing its part in keeping the community safe. "We urge every member of the community to help by keeping themselves safe and by following basic rules of the road."