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AASHTO Journal - State DOTs Support National TIM Training Day Effort On April 9, the  U.S. Department of Transportation held its first-ever National Traffic Incident Management Responder Training Day at its headquarters in Washington, D.C. – hosting more than 100 law enforcement officers, first responders, and state and local transportation officials to learn prov...

LET US NEVER FORGET THE FALLEN: March started off rough.

Master Trooper Stien Davis Jr. and Master Trooper Steven J. Perry gave their lives while serving the people of North Carolina. Two families are grieving. Two communities are hurting. And an entire state feels the loss.

Rest easy, Troopers. North Carolina will not forget | 🇺🇸⚫️🔵⚫️🇺🇸

We are pleased to announce an upcoming Traffic Incident Management training class in Hanahan, SC on March 5th.

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Lumberton Rescue and EMS extends its sincerest sympathies to the family, friends, and colleagues of Master Trooper Steven Perry, who tragically passed away in the line of duty in Durham County yesterday evening. We unite with the North Carolina State Highway Patrol in mourning the loss of a dedicated public servant. We respectfully ask that our community and followers remember Master Trooper Perry's loved ones and colleagues in their thoughts and prayers.

Master Trooper Stien Davis Jr. of the North Carolina State Highway Patrol was tragically killed in the line of duty after losing control of his patrol vehicle, which overturned along NC Highway 130 early this morning.

The Wounded Blue stands with Trooper Davis’s family, his department, and the entire North Carolina community as they grieve this tremendous loss.

🚨 POLICE OFFICER KILLED: TRAGEDY IN GEORGIA 🚨 A Hahira Police Department officer and another driver were killed early Thursday morning following a devastating crash on Interstate 75 in Lowndes County during a traffic stop, according to the Georgia State Patrol. This happened around 12:10 a.m. on I-75 north. Authorities say the Hahira Police Department officer was conducting a traffic stop on a while parked on the east shoulder of the interstate in a marked patrol vehicle with emergency lights activated. Investigators report that a northbound car failed to maintain its lane and traveled onto the shoulder, striking the rear of the patrol vehicle. The impact forced the patrol car into the into the other car, sending all three vehicles off the roadway. Tragically, the officer died at the scene from injuries sustained in the crash. Officials confirmed the officer’s family has been notified, though the officer’s identity has not yet been released. The driver of the striking car also died as a result of the collision. Prayers sent. 🙏

Officer Brian Elliott was killed last night and another officer was injured after a suspect fired at them during a domestic disturbance call in Beech Grove, Indiana.

Officer Elliott was 33 years old. His survivors include his wife Erin, who he married in 2023. He loved their dog Ellie, enjoyed playing bass guitar, and was a devoted fan of the Indianapolis Colts. In other words, he was a human being who went to work yesterday just like the rest of us, but he never got to come home.

Prior to joining his hometown Beech Grove Police Department, he served with distinction as a sheriff's deputy, and had graduated with honors for top academic achievement from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.

Sending sincere condolences to the Elliott family and all who are grieving another senseless loss in the line of duty.

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Fort Mill - SC TIM SHRP2 4-hour Training Registration Email from SC TIM NETWORK Register by clicking on the link FORT MILL SHRP2 TRAINING SC Traffic Incident Management (TIM) SHRP2 4-hour Training Be a part of the SC TIM Network SHRP2 training class and

As Winter Storm Gianna affects South Carolina, we urge everyone to exercise caution while traveling. Our dedicated first responders are on the roads under challenging conditions to ensure public safety. Please remember to Move Over and Slow Down to provide them the necessary space to perform their duties effectively. Stay informed, stay alert, and prioritize safety during this event.

FLORIDA ROAD RANGER STRUCK NEAR TAMPA
MOVE OVER LAW IGNORED YET AGAIN

TAMPA, FL — A Florida Road Ranger vehicle was struck while parked on the shoulder of a Tampa-area highway during an active roadside assist. The Road Ranger involved is thankfully reported to be okay. That outcome should not be mistaken for success. It is luck, and luck has a short shelf life on the side of an interstate.

Florida Road Rangers operate in some of the most dangerous working conditions in the state. They assist stranded motorists, manage traffic flow during incidents, and help prevent secondary crashes. Despite clear warning lights, high-visibility vehicles, and a well-established Move Over law, these responders continue to be hit at an alarming rate.

Florida’s Move Over law requires motorists approaching a stopped vehicle on the shoulder displaying emergency or hazard lights to move over one lane when possible. If a lane change cannot be safely made, drivers are required to slow down significantly. This law applies not only to law enforcement and fire apparatus, but also to Road Rangers, tow trucks, utility vehicles, and disabled vehicles.

This crash near Tampa is not an isolated incident. Roadside responders across Florida are struck far too often because drivers refuse to pay attention, refuse to slow down, or believe the law somehow does not apply to them. Every one of these crashes is preventable.

“Road Rangers are not obstacles. They are people doing a job that protects everyone on the road,” said a spokesperson for roadside safety advocates. “When drivers ignore the Move Over law, they are making a conscious decision to endanger lives.”

Florida has expanded its Move Over protections in recent years, yet compliance remains dangerously low. Enforcement alone will not solve this problem. Driver behavior must change. Until it does, responders will continue to get hit, injured, and killed while simply doing their jobs.

The Road Ranger survived this crash. The next responder might not.

Slow down.
Move over.
Every single time.

Because excuses don’t stop crashes, and flashing lights are not decorations.