RPD Announces Stepped Up Distracted Driving Awareness Month Patrols

(Robinson) — The RPD is joining officers statewide in stepping up distracted driving awareness patrols. Robinson Police Chief, Eric Schmidt, says distracted driving puts everyone at risk, and even a “glance” at a phone can have devastating consequences. He says during April, officers will be looking for distracted driving violations and reminding motorists to put the phone away and focus on the road. April is “Distracted Driving Awareness Month.” Drivers are reminded that in Illinois, manually using an electronic communication device while driving is not only dangerous, but also illegal. The Illinois distracted driving campaign is funded with federal traffic safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.