Henderson, Nev. – The Henderson Police Department concluded its 4th campaign under the current Joining Forces Program. 
During the enforcement initiative that ran from December 10th, 2021, through January 3rd, 2022, Henderson Police stopped 399 motorists resulting in 236 citations.

Of the 399 traffic stops, Traffic Officers completed 3 arrests for Driving Under the Influence (DUI). 134 drivers were cited for speeding, 7 cited for distracted driving (such as cell phone use), as well as 87 other citations issued for other traffic related offenses.

The Henderson Police Department received $237,300 in federal funding for the enhanced enforcement initiatives through the Nevada Department of Public Safety - Office of Traffic Safety the 2022 Joining Forces program.  

The grant provides funding for enhanced enforcement and education to reduce deaths and injuries on Nevada roadways. Enforcement events during the year focus on pedestrian safety, seat belt use, speeding, distracted driving, and impaired driving.