Renton police conducted a speed-emphasis patrol from May 6-9, 2024, targeting high-crash areas due to 2023's record fatalities in Washington State.
Renton, Washington police conducted a speed-emphasis patrol from May 6th to 9th, 2024, targeting Benson Drive and other areas due to record-high crash fatalities in 2023. Using motorcycle teams, officers pulled over numerous speeding drivers, with one clocked at 62 MPH in a 40 MPH zone. The patrols aimed to address the major factors, including speed, drugs, and alcohol, in the 810 fatal car crashes reported in Washington State in 2023.
May 17, 2024
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