March 29, 2024

NPD completes seatbelt survey

The Newton Police Department recently conducted a seatbelt usage survey that showed strong results by motorists in the community. On March 21, officers observed both vehicle drivers and their passengers for seatbelt usage.

Overall, the survey found 93.4 percent of motorists and passengers properly wearing their seatbelts.

“The Newton Police Department would like to remind motorists to buckle up, slow down and obey all traffic laws,” NPD Chief Rob Burdess said.

Primary funding for the project was provided by the Iowa Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau.