The streets of Tempe have seen a flurry of activity from its newly installed red light cameras, catching over 2,000 traffic violators in just the first two weeks of their operation. According to data obtained by FOX 10 Phoenix, from June 6 through June 20, a total of 2,283 incidents have been recorded, serving as a stark reminder that the eyes of the law are ever-vigilant.
Drivers might be feeling the heat from the cameras that do not merely observe but also bear the weight of enforcement; a hefty $250 ticket awaits those caught in the act of speeding or running a red light, as reported by FOX 10 Phoenix. Amidst the economic strains pressing on the populace, Julian mentioned to the news outlet, “I know that the traffic is getting more dangerous here in Tempe and we’re getting more traffic, but I think that it’s an issue for people that are struggling with the economy now.”
Furthermore, KTAR News shared that there were more than 950 drivers who ran red lights and over 14 incidents of speeding at intersections, as documented during the same time period. With both permanent and mobile cameras at play—14 fixed installations and four roving units—the city’s approach to traffic enforcement encompasses a broad network. The comprehensive figure, described by a KTAR News release, indicates the high volume of traffic violations that the city is facing, and raises questions about the effectiveness and public reception of such surveillance measures…