The Queen Creek Police Department, which officially launched on Jan. 11, 2022, keeps growing. They recently welcomed two new motor school graduates, Officer J. Stalter and Officer J. Cota.
In addition, the department is continuing its commitment to transparency and the safety of the community. Announcing that during the first quarter of 2024 (January through March) there were 1,904 total traffic stops.
These traffic stops included:
• 878 civil speed citations and warnings.
• 16 criminal speed citations.
• 85 red light violations.
• Six street racing citations.
• 38 DUI arrests.
In addition, there were 387 traffic accidents.
They said distracted driving and speed are two of the most common factors in traffic collisions in Queen Creek. "Your safety is important to us, remember to a Drive to Arrive," is the reminder to the community.
The Drive to Arrive program has been a priority since the launch of the Queen Creek Police Department. To focus on safe driving, Queen Creek police are asking drivers to slow down, avoid distractions and remember the following tips: Allow ample time for travel to avoid aggressive driving and speeding; turn phone to "do not disturb" or keep it in your purse/bag while driving; slow down; stop on red and use common courtesy.
"Our goal is to make drivers safe, whether they're residents or just driving through town," Queen Creek Police Chief Randy Brice said. "That's why our Drive to Arrive campaign has been our focus to begin with. Traffic has been of the most concern to residents and this campaign focuses on keeping people safe on the roads."
