Reducing the potential for serious injury and fatality crashes in the Capital City will be the focus of a special enforcement planned for Friday, Nov. 21.

“Over the past year, Lincoln has experienced an increase in vehicle crashes resulting in fatalities,” said Lt. Ken Dahlke, Headquarters Troop-Lincoln. “By increasing our presence on a busy Friday night, we hope to encourage voluntary compliance with all traffic safety laws and save lives in the process.”

According to statistics from the Lincoln Police Department, since the first of the year there have been 14 fatalities related to motor vehicle crashes in the city of Lincoln. That compares with five traffic deaths in 2013 and seven in 2012.

The special enforcement will include high visibility patrols focused on major arterials during the evening and early morning hours (Nov. 21-22). A $1,975 grant from the Nebraska Office of Highway Safety (NOHS) will help to pay for the effort.

Lt. Dahlke said, “We need your help to keep our roads safe. Always wear your seat belt and never drive impaired or distracted.”