Police to increase patrols around Memorial Day

SEAL BEACH POLICE

The Seal Beach Police Department has begun its “Click It or Ticket” campaign, which runs from May 20-June 2. Drivers should expect enhanced patrols and enforcement of seat belt laws during this period.

“Wearing a seat belt should be automatic for all drivers and passengers every trip,” Chief of Police Michael Henderson said. “Seat belts save lives, and everyone— front seat and back, child and adult—needs to remember always to buckle up.”

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nearly 12,000 people killed in crashes throughout the country in 2021 were not wearing seat belts. In California, 878 people killed in crashes in 2021 were not wearing seat belts, an increase of 12.3% from 2020.