Nov 29, 2023

NPPD release statistics from the "Buckle Up, Every Trip, Every Time" campaign

Posted Nov 29, 2023 6:00 PM

North Platte Police Department

The North Platte Police Department participated in the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Safety Administration “Buckle Up Every Trip Every Time” traffic enforcement mobilization from November 17th through November 23rd.  Department wide, sixty-two traffic contacts were made.  Sixteen citations were issued.  Eleven citations were issued for speeding.  Three citations were issued for Driving Under Suspension.  One arrest was made for a felony firearm offense.  Two arrests were made for Burglary. 

A pre-enforcement survey was conducted showing a 58% seatbelt compliance rate.

A Post-enforcement survey was conducted showing a 75% seatbelt compliance rate.