The Lady Lake Police Department issued 91 warnings and 150 citations during a weeklong traffic enforcement campaign aimed at reducing speed-related crashes.
From July 14–20, officers dedicated approximately 80 hours to traffic enforcement as part of the Florida Department of Transportation’s annual Operation Southern Slow Down. The campaign is a multi-state initiative involving law enforcement agencies across Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina and Tennessee.
During the enforcement, Lady Lake police issued 39 citations and 91 written warnings for speeding, 13 citations for aggressive driving, and seven citations for seatbelt violations. No DUI arrests were reported during the campaign.
The goal of Operation Southern Slow Down is to curb dangerous driving behaviors that continue to be a leading factor in traffic crashes, injuries and fatalities across the state. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, speeding and aggressive driving contributed to 437 traffic deaths in Florida in 2023.
"This campaign gives us an opportunity to remind drivers that speeding and aggressive driving put everyone at risk," said Lady Lake Police Chief Steve Hunt. "Enforcement is just one piece—awareness and personal responsibility are just as important."
The Lady Lake Police Department encourages all motorists to drive within posted speed limits, wear seatbelts, and avoid aggressive behaviors behind the wheel.
For more information on Operation Southern Slow Down, visit www.flhsmv.gov.