Stockton’s streets may soon be a bit safer thanks to a hefty grant awarded to the local police department. In a social media post, the Stockton Police Department announced that they have been granted $500,000 from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to bolster traffic enforcement and education efforts. The aim is to curb serious injuries and fatalities that mar the roads, with this program set to run through September 2026.
The initiative is multifaceted, focusing on DUI checkpoints, patrols to deter impaired drivers, and high-visibility targeted enforcement against distracted driving. As part of the grant, police officers will also intensify efforts to protect vulnerable road users such as cyclists and pedestrians. Operations will hone in on driving behaviors that statistically lead to accidents, including speeding and disregarding traffic signals. According to the Stockton Police Department, they are “grateful to receive this grant, which will strengthen our traffic enforcement efforts and improve road safety.”…