Category Archives: Traffic Safety

Casting a Wide Net on Dangerous Driving: Road Shark Returns

Fairfax County, VA – The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD), in partnership with the Virginia State Police (VSP), is launching the 2026 Road Shark campaign, a continued effort to reduce dangerous driving behaviors and make Fairfax County’s roads safer for everyone. Since its introduction in 1999, Road Shark has remained one of the department’s longest-running traffic safety initiatives. The program

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Road Shark Returns: Focusing on Safer Roads This April

Fairfax County, VA – As warmer weather arrives and more people travel throughout the region, the Fairfax County Police Department’s Traffic Safety Division is highlighting several traffic safety initiatives taking place in April. These efforts focus on reducing crashes, preventing deaths and serious injuries, and improving safety for everyone who travels Fairfax County roadways. This month, officers will focus enforcement

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Warmer Days & Busier Roads: March Traffic Safety Reminders

Fairfax County, VA – March brings warmer temperatures, longer daylight hours, and increased activity on Fairfax County roadways. As more people head outdoors and travel throughout the county, the Fairfax County Police Department’s Traffic Safety Division is focusing on roadway safety through a combination of enforcement and education initiatives. Throughout the month, officers will conduct targeted enforcement efforts aimed at

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FCPD Launches First Traffic Safety Initiative of 2026

Fairfax County, VA – As we begin 2026, the Fairfax County Police Department is launching its first traffic safety initiative of the year with a renewed focus on enforcement, education, and community awareness. Our yearlong mission is clear: to reduce fatal, serious injury, and property damage crashes while improving the overall quality of life in Fairfax County. Traffic safety remains

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Safe December Begins: A Countywide Push Against Impaired Driving

Fairfax County, VA – As we round out the first week of December, our Traffic Division is continuing its focused effort on impaired driving enforcement. This time of year often comes with holiday gatherings, travel, and busy schedules, which can increase the likelihood of alcohol and drug-impaired driving. Our goal is simple: keep everyone on the road safe. Building on

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