New York - Troopers Issue 70 Speeding Tickets Daily

New York - State Police patrolling the Thruway between Suffern and Harriman have issued approximately 70 speeding tickets daily since they increased enforcement following three fatal accidents in that area in recent weeks.

A number of state officials gathered at the Thruway Travel Plaza in Sloatsburg to remind motorists to driver safely. “Simply leaving extra time for travel, changing lanes safely, not tailgating, and when approaching the exit, being aware of slow or stopped traffic are just a few examples of how drivers can reduce their chances of being in a crash,” said Major George Beach II, Troop T commander.
“The (Thruway) Authority prides itself on operating one of the safest highways in the nation,” said Thruway Authority Executive Director Michael Fleischer. “However, in light of a number of tragic accidents that have occurred recently, the Authority is committed to implementing several educational efforts to promote driver safety.”