‘CLICK IT OR TICKET’: ACSD participates in national campaign to urge seatbelt use

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Allen County Sheriff’s Department is teaming up with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute for the national “Click It or Ticket” campaign, encouraging seatbelt use.

Starting Monday and continuing through the end of the month, deputies will be working overtime to ensure drivers and passengers are using their seatbelts and children are properly secured.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is funding the overtime patrols through the ICJI Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program.

“Buckling up is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself and your loved ones on the road,” said Douglas Huntsinger, executive director of the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. “Seatbelts save lives every day, and every trip should begin with making sure everyone is secured before hitting the road.”

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