Henderson, Nev. – The City of Henderson Police Department concluded its 5th campaign under the current Joining Forces Program targeting distracted drivers.

During the enforcement initiative that ran from January 15th through January 25th, Henderson Police Officers made a total of 519 traffic stops. 

Of the 519 stops completed, Traffic Officers issued 216 citations for speeding, 83 distracted driving citations (such as cell phone use), 14 no insurance citations, 21 driver’s license violation citations, 31 registration violation citations, 8 red light violation citations, 9 seatbelt violation citation, and multiple other traffic related citations.  Additionally, 129 motorists were issued a warning, in lieu of a citation.
 
The Henderson Police Department received $220,000 in federal funding for the enhanced enforcement initiatives through the Nevada Department of Public Safety - Office of Traffic Safety for the 2021 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.