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VSP Superintendent. '‘Wearing safety belts, observing posted speed limits and never mixing drinking and driving are three ways the public can help make traveling in Virginia safer.”
Last year, 16 people died as a result of Memorial Day weekend accidents on Virginia highways. One crash claimed three lives, while another involved a youth on a bicycle. Of the 16 fatalities, 11 of the victims were not wearing safety belts. Alcohol was conclusively determined to be a factor in two of the deaths.
Last year, Virginia State Police troopers patrolled 165,920 miles during the Memorial Day holiday, assisted 2,884 motorists and issued 5,308 summonses. The violations included 3,421 speeding citations, 606 reckless driving, 134 driving under the influence and 776 for other hazardous violations.
The theme for the 1990 observance is “Belts and Bags -- a Winning Combination.” The theme, according to spokeswoman Caldwell, underscores the importance of safety belts in all vehicles, including the newer models that are also equipped with air bags. “Used together, safety belts and air bags offer the best protection on the road,” she said.
Traffic accidents continue to be the number one cause of death for Americans between the ages of one and 34. Last year, 998 people died in Virginia as the result of motor vehicle accidents.
95.3%