Category Archives: Traffic Safety

Fairfax County Police Win 2014 Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge

The Law Enforcement Challenge is a competition between law enforcement agencies and is coordinated by the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. The program is supported by a grant from the Department of Motor Vehicles: Virginia Highway Safety Office with additional support from private entities. The main areas of focus include enforcing laws and educating the public about occupant protection,

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FCPD Addresses School Crossing Guard Community Concerns

The FCPD has been hearing from concerned parents in certain areas of our County this week about perceived changes in school crossing guard procedures. Please allow us to help clarify the matter.  Our primary concern has always been the safe crossing of walking students and our program has not changed. Crossing Guards are not sworn Police Officers and State Code

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Back-To-School Safety Reminders

Fairfax County Police urge motorists to be extra vigilant for pedestrians and bicyclists as county schools resume classes Tuesday, September 2. Commuters should expect increased congestion throughout the week and build time into their schedules to accommodate for the traditionally heavy time period. Residents may also notice police officers posted in school zones and near bus stops helping ensure pedestrian

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Neighborhood Speeding Campaign Kicks Off

“Slow Down: You Live Here. We Live Here” The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, FCPD leaders and dozens of homeowner association and Neighborhood Watch residents gathered today to kick off a new community-wide speed initiative at the FCPD driver training track in Chantilly. The new campaign “Slow Down: You Live Here. We Live Here” effort aims to make people more

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School Crossing Guard Trainings Underway

Mason Police District – Traffic Safety Officers are meeting with all Fairfax County school crossing guards and providing a “best practices safety training” this week. The training is being held to update the almost 100 crossing guards on clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities, as well as to provide new uniforms and equipment including new stop sign paddles. Topics

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