The Canton Police Department will conduct another proactive traffic safety enforcement on Thursday, May 25 from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., at the intersection of Ford & Haggerty Roads. This enforcement will be aimed at reducing the number of accidents occurring at high traffic crash areas within Canton. To accomplish this, the department has studied accident data to determine the high traffic crash areas, as well as the most frequent cause(s) of the accidents occurring there. Patrol officers then work these problem intersections ensuring compliance with local and state traffic laws, with emphasis on the violations determined to be a frequent cause of accidents at the location.

In 2005, Ford & Haggerty was the highest crash location in Wayne County with a total of 73 crashes. This intersection experienced the highest number of accidents on Thursdays and Fridays between 3 and 5 p.m.

Signs will be posted at the intersection during the enforcement time, advising the motoring public of the activity. While working the intersections, officers will evaluate the traffic signals and signs in the area, notifying Wayne County Road Commission and/or the Michigan Department of Transportation of any problems or recommended changes.

Traffic continues to increase on the roads in Canton, as the community's demographics continue to change. Canton can expect to see higher traffic volumes this summer, as IKEA plans to open a store located on the northwest corner Ford and Haggerty Roads. The goal of this high visibility enforcement is to ensure compliance with state and local traffic laws, making Canton's roads safer for residents and visitors.

MEDIA CONTACT: Sergeant Todd Mutchler, 734/394-5437