Aggressive Driving Targeted in Latest PA Safety Campaign

Police in Southeast Pennsylvania Target Aggressive Driving

Patrols Focusing on Roadway Safety

More than 80 police departments across Southeast Pennsylvania are teaming up to stop aggressive driving. The campaign runs through August 17. It is part of a statewide enforcement effort from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT).

Local and state police are working together to reduce crashes, injuries, and deaths. Officers will be on the lookout for drivers who break traffic laws or behave in unsafe ways.

Aggressive driving behaviors include speeding, tailgating, running red lights, and unsafe passing. The effort also targets violations by heavy trucks and focuses on keeping pedestrians safe.

Truck Drivers Warned About Enforcement

Truckers in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties should expect more police presence. Officers will be watching for aggressive driving and violations by commercial vehicles.

Law enforcement will use different tools to catch aggressive drivers. These include traffic zones, speed details, work zone enforcement, and joint patrols with other departments.

Aggressive Driving Linked to Deadly Crashes

According to PennDOT, there were 1,608 aggressive driving crashes in the five-county region in 2024. These crashes led to 43 deaths and 99 serious injuries.

Aggressive driving crashes involve at least two risky actions in the same incident. These may include speeding, ignoring signs, tailgating, or unsafe turning and passing.

The purpose of this campaign is to stop these types of crashes. PennDOT says any aggressive driver pulled over will receive a citation.

Enforcement Includes 80+ Police Departments

The enforcement wave includes departments from all five counties. In Bucks County, police from Bensalem, Doylestown, Bristol, and others are participating. Chester County departments include Downingtown, Phoenixville, and West Chester.

In Delaware County, enforcement includes Upper Darby, Radnor, and Springfield. Montgomery County patrols include Norristown, Abington, Pottstown, and more. The City of Philadelphia Police Department is also part of the crackdown.

This wide participation helps police cover more roadways and work better across town lines.

PennDOT Shares Tips to Avoid Aggressive Driving Incidents

PennDOT also shared tips for safely dealing with aggressive driving:

• Move out of the way. Do not challenge aggressive drivers.

• Stay calm. Avoid eye contact and ignore rude gestures.

• Use the right lane if you’re driving slower than traffic.

• Don’t follow or confront another driver. If needed, pull over and call police from a safe location.

Resources Available During the Safety Campaign

PennDOT offers safety materials for organizations and community groups. These include graphics for topics like aggressive driving, speeding, seat belts, and distracted driving.

Drivers can also stay updated through the 511PA system. It gives real-time traffic, weather, and road closure information. 511PA is available online at www.511PA.com, by app, or by calling 5-1-1.

Campaign Aims to Save Lives

Police will continue issuing tickets for aggressive driving throughout the campaign. The enforcement is part of Pennsylvania’s Highway Safety Program. It is funded by federal money from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

To stay updated or get traffic alerts in your area, visit www.penndot.pa.gov/District6.