Atlantic County, NJ: How To Save Lives From Car Crashes

The Atlantic County, New Jersey Prosecutor’s Office has announced an initiative that will save lives from preventable car crashes.

Here Is The Initiative

Law enforcement across Atlantic County has officially launched the County of Atlantic Reduction and Enforcement for Fatal Crashes (CARE for Fatal Crashes) task force - a collaborative effort designed to reduce deadly traffic incidents through targeted enforcement and public education. The first operation under this new initiative concluded with 111 motor vehicle stops and 71 summonses issued, said the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office.

Municipal Breakdown of Summonses Issued Includes:

• Absecon: 40
• Atlantic City: 11
• Galloway Township: 20

Law Enforcement Leaders Speak About Program

"We're not just increasing patrols - we're launching a coordinated plan to prevent loss of life," said Hammonton Police Chief Kevin Friel, President of the Atlantic County Chiefs of Police Association. "CARE is about more than writing tickets. It's about creating safer roadways through visibility, awareness, and accountability."

Officials emphasized that enforcement alone cannot address the scope of the issue.

"CARE is grounded in balance," said Patrick Snyder, Chief of Detectives at the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office. "Strong enforcement helps get dangerous drivers off the road, but lasting change comes when that enforcement is backed by education and community outreach. We need both,” said Snyder.

More Fatal Car Crashes During Summer Months

The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office and the New Jersey State Police Regional Operations and Intelligence Center - South reviews data that shows that most fatal crashes are preventable.

The months of June, July, and August are the months when the most impaired driving deaths occur.

This initiative shows what is possible when agencies work together toward a common goal. Through collaboration, shared resources, and a unified mission, we are all committed to providing safer roads and better-informed communities" said Eric Hendrickson, Chief of the Galloway Township Police Department.

The program will continue throughout summer, 2025 and beyond.

SOURCE: Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office.