Community
National Motorcycle Safety Month
| Nature of Incident: | National Motorcycle Safety Month | ||
| Location: | Ventura County, Ca |
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| Date & Time: | May, 2021 | ||
| Unit(s) Responsible: | Camarillo Police Department Traffic Bureau | ||
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| Check Twice for Motorcycles: May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month Ventura County, Ca. — May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office reminds drivers to check twice for motorcycles. “It’s important for drivers to understand motorcycle rider behaviors and learn how to drive safely around riders,” says Sergeant Paul Richards. “Motorcycle riders are more vulnerable and have much less protections as those in vehicles do, which is why it is critical for drivers to be mindful of those on two wheels.” Motorcycle riders are 28 times more likely to die in a crash than vehicle occupants. In 2019, there were 474 motorcycle deaths on California roads. To help protect you and your family, keep the following tips in mind while driving or riding: Drivers
Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. |
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| Prepared by: | Sgt. Paul Richards | ||
| News Release Date: | Tuesday, May 4, 2021 | ||
| Media Follow-Up Contact: | Sgt. Paul Richards (805) 388-5132 [email protected] |
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| Approved by: |
Capt. Shane Matthews | ||
Address/Location
Ventura County Sheriff's Office
800 S Victoria Ave
Ventura, CA 93003
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 805-654-9511