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BERKLEY PUBLIC SAFETY |
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2395 W. Twelve Mile Rd., Berkley MI 48072
Emergency - 9-1-1
Police/Fire Dispatch - 248-658-3380
FAX - 248-658-3381
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DISTRACTED DRIVING AWARENESS MONTH
- In Michigan in 2019, there were 18,096 distracted driving crashes, resulting in 70
fatalities.
- In Michigan in 2019, October was the month with the most distracted driving crashes
(1,800)
- In Michigan in 2019, Friday was the day with the most distracted driving crashes (3,099).
-In Michigan in 2019, the hour between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. accounted for more distracted
driving crashes (1,738) than any other hour.
- Michigan law prohibits a driver from reading, manually typing, or sending a text
message while driving. Exceptions are in place for reporting crashes, crimes, or other
emergencies. The fine for a first offense is $100. The fine doubles to $200 for
subsequent offenses.
- Texting while driving is dangerous and deadly for the driver, passengers, and other road
users. In Michigan, it’s illegal. Today and every day.
- According to the NHTSA, 3,142 people were killed nationwide in motor vehicle crashes
involving distracted drivers in 2019.
- We understand the temptation, but there are other times to respond to notifications on
your phone than to do it while you’re driving. First, pull over to a safe location, and then
send your message.
- Texting while driving may cost you more than just a ticket—it may cost you your life.
- An estimated 400,000 people were injured nationwide in distracted driving crashes in
2018.
- Millennial's are the biggest offenders when it comes to texting while driving, with more
16- to 24-year-old's handling phones while driving than any other age group.
- On the road with friends? Designate your passenger as your “designated texter” to help
keep everyone safe.
- Reduce distraction by silencing your phone while driving.
- Struggling to not text and drive? Activate your phone’s “Do Not Disturb” feature, or put
your cell phone in the trunk, glove box, or back seat of your vehicle until you arrive at
your destination.
fatalities.
- In Michigan in 2019, October was the month with the most distracted driving crashes
(1,800)
- In Michigan in 2019, Friday was the day with the most distracted driving crashes (3,099).
-In Michigan in 2019, the hour between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. accounted for more distracted
driving crashes (1,738) than any other hour.
- Michigan law prohibits a driver from reading, manually typing, or sending a text
message while driving. Exceptions are in place for reporting crashes, crimes, or other
emergencies. The fine for a first offense is $100. The fine doubles to $200 for
subsequent offenses.
- Texting while driving is dangerous and deadly for the driver, passengers, and other road
users. In Michigan, it’s illegal. Today and every day.
- According to the NHTSA, 3,142 people were killed nationwide in motor vehicle crashes
involving distracted drivers in 2019.
- We understand the temptation, but there are other times to respond to notifications on
your phone than to do it while you’re driving. First, pull over to a safe location, and then
send your message.
- Texting while driving may cost you more than just a ticket—it may cost you your life.
- An estimated 400,000 people were injured nationwide in distracted driving crashes in
2018.
- Millennial's are the biggest offenders when it comes to texting while driving, with more
16- to 24-year-old's handling phones while driving than any other age group.
- On the road with friends? Designate your passenger as your “designated texter” to help
keep everyone safe.
- Reduce distraction by silencing your phone while driving.
- Struggling to not text and drive? Activate your phone’s “Do Not Disturb” feature, or put
your cell phone in the trunk, glove box, or back seat of your vehicle until you arrive at
your destination.
AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH
The Berkley Public Safety is recognizing Autism Awareness Month, by displaying Autism Awareness stickers on the back of its marked patrol units, as well as conducting training with officers when dealing with a person with Autism.
Berkley Public Safety through its Community Relations program has also acquired care packages for individuals they may come into contact with during an incident, traffic crash or other type of Police, Fire or medical Response.
“These packages come from a good place in our hearts to help assist & build a bond between law enforcement, the community and those families dealing with Autism” said Lt. Andrew Hadfield, the Community Relations Coordinator. The packages, include a cinch backpack that contains, crayons, pencils, stickers, fidgets toys, teddy bears, and other sensory objects common in helping those deal with stressful situations.
“Sometimes all it takes is a little bit of care, compassion and understanding that someone with Autism may not fully understand the situation that is ongoing. We hope these bags can help keep the person calm and help build a bridge with them towards any further questioning or assistance we may need to provide”.
Berkley Public Safety will begin carrying these bags within their patrol cars and deploying them as needed during incidents starting Thursday 4/7/2021. The anticipate keeping them around at all times, throughout the year.
Information regarding Autism can be found at www.autismspeaks.org
Berkley Public Safety through its Community Relations program has also acquired care packages for individuals they may come into contact with during an incident, traffic crash or other type of Police, Fire or medical Response.
“These packages come from a good place in our hearts to help assist & build a bond between law enforcement, the community and those families dealing with Autism” said Lt. Andrew Hadfield, the Community Relations Coordinator. The packages, include a cinch backpack that contains, crayons, pencils, stickers, fidgets toys, teddy bears, and other sensory objects common in helping those deal with stressful situations.
“Sometimes all it takes is a little bit of care, compassion and understanding that someone with Autism may not fully understand the situation that is ongoing. We hope these bags can help keep the person calm and help build a bridge with them towards any further questioning or assistance we may need to provide”.
Berkley Public Safety will begin carrying these bags within their patrol cars and deploying them as needed during incidents starting Thursday 4/7/2021. The anticipate keeping them around at all times, throughout the year.
Information regarding Autism can be found at www.autismspeaks.org
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The Berkley Public Safety lobby is open for reporting 24 hours a day, or you make request an officer to make your home / location if desired. Call 248-658-3380 to make a report that is not life threatening. Emergency situations should still dial 911.
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