Naperville Police Encourage Drivers to Reduce Speed for Safer Travel

The Naperville Police Department is partnering with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), the Illinois State Police and more than 200 local law enforcement agencies to step up state-wide enforcement efforts to reduce speeding. Throughout the month of July, motorists can expect increased patrols looking for speeding and other traffic violations. 

“Speeding causes unnecessary danger on our roads,” said Naperville Police Sgt. Derek Zook. “Speed greatly reduces a driver’s ability to steer safely around another vehicle, a hazardous object or an unexpected curve. Speeding drivers put themselves, their passengers and other motorists at tremendous risk.” 

During the speeding enforcement blitz, officers will intensify enforcement of posted speed limits. 

“Offenders will be stopped and ticketed – especially on our major arterial roadways, where most of our speed-related crashes occur,” said Sgt. Zook. “Our goal is to save lives.”

The speed enforcement effort is made possible by federal traffic safety funds administered by IDOT.

About Naperville: Located 28 miles west of Chicago, Naperville, Ill., is home to approximately 150,000 people. This vibrant, thriving city consistently ranks as a top community in the nation in which to live, raise children and retire. The city is home to acclaimed public and parochial schools, the best public library system in the country, an array of healthcare options and an exceptionally low crime rate. Naperville has ready access to a variety of public transportation, housing and employment options. The city’s diversified employer base features high technology firms, retailers and factories, as well as small and home-based businesses. Residents also enjoy world-class parks, diverse worship options, the opportunity to serve on several City boards and commissions, a thriving downtown shopping and dining area, a renowned outdoor history museum known as Naper Settlement and an active civic community. For more information, please visit our website at www.naperville.il.us.