Troopers To Continue Increased Enforcement Through The Fourth Of July Holiday Weekend Maryland state troopers will be extra vigilant looking for impaired, distracted and aggressive drivers this Independence Day weekend to ensure travelers get to their holiday destination safely. With the Fourth of July falling on a Saturday this year, the holiday will be a […]
Maryland State Police on Enforcing The Laws
This press release is designed to inform the public of our commitment to ensuring safety and enforcing the laws in Maryland. Our message this week is aggressive driving kills. Aggressive driving is a traffic offense defined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as occurring when “an individual commits a combination of moving traffic […]
Capital Beltway Traffic Safety Initiative Continuing
Maryland State Police are continuing their increased traffic safety efforts around the Capital Beltway, with a specific focus on drivers exceeding the speed limit and driving aggressively. Rockville Barrack troopers conducted a special initiative in partnership with the State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division from April 26-May 1, in the area of the sky bridge […]
MSP Safety Tip of the Month Using The Internet
Maryland State Police (MSP) Issue Safety Tips for Children and Seniors Simple steps can go a long way toward protecting children, seniors and other potentially vulnerable populations from the potential dangers associated with the Internet. Here are some tips for parents: Reinforce the guiding rule “Don’t talk to strangers.” Put accounts in your name and […]
MSP To Raise Awareness on Safer Internet Day
Urges Digital Safety For All Ages Investigators from the Maryland State Police Computer Crimes Unit raise are working to raise awareness of how parents and children can do more to protect themselves from potential dangers on the Internet. The warnings come in conjunction with Safer Internet Day, which takes place on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020. […]
Fire Marshal Issues Open Burn Safety Notice
The Office of the State Fire Marshal has seen numerous burn injuries as a result of open air burning this month. State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci would like to remind residents about the necessary steps to reduce their risk of injury while conducting an open air burn. “Burning a large pile of brush is […]
MSP Reminds Motorcycle Riders on Safety Precautions
Following Recent Fatal Crashes Recent motorcycle crashes are prompting Maryland State Police to issue a reminder for both motorcyclists and other drivers to take precautions, especially during the remaining warm weather months. Since July 28, troopers have responded to six fatal crashes across the state that have involved motorcycle riders. The crashes represent reminders to […]
Culverts to be Replaced over Bacon Ridge Branch in Anne Arundel
Improvements Reduce Flooding; Motorists Should Expect Closures and Detours for Two Weekends on MD 450 In an effort to upgrade the aging culverts and reduce flooding issues in the area, the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) will replace four culverts on MD 450 (Defense Highway) over tributaries to Bacon Ridge Branch, […]
Portable Generator Safety Reminder
Amid Recent Area Storm Warnings In light of the recent severe weather, State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci is reminding Marylanders about the life-saving precautions to take when operating portable generators. Carbon monoxide poisoning, electrocution, and fires can occur during improper portable generator use in response to a power outage. It is important to remember […]
Fire Safety for the Upcoming Winter Months
AS OF TODAY, THERE HAVE BEEN SIX FIRE FATALITIES ACROSS THE STATE. The MAJORITY of those fatalities DID NOT HAVE WORKING SMOKE ALARMS in their homes. If you cannot afford a smoke alarm PLEASE contact your local fire department to inquire as to what assistance is available in your area. State Fire Marshal Brian S. […]