State Police Prepare for School Openings Around the State

Enforcement Efforts to Continue as School Bells Ring...

While the summer driving season may be coming to a close, enforcement efforts will continue into the fall as more than half-a-million children return to school across Connecticut. With many children typically walking or riding the bus to school, State Police remind ALL drivers to be especially vigilant watching for pedestrians during before and after school hours. 

The afternoon hours are particularly dangerous for walking children – over the last decade nationally, nearly one-third of child pedestrian fatalities occurred between 3 and 7 p.m. Troopers want all motorists to slow down in school zones. It is also important – and the law – for all motorists to stop for school buses displaying flashing red lights.

State Troopers will be visible in all towns across Connecticut throughout the school year. The fine in Connecticut for passing a standing school bus is $465.

                                                                       ~Lt. J. Paul Vance

*Photos courtesy of CT Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection