Middletown Cops: 'Stop For School Buses, Even On 4-Lane Roads'

MIDDLETOWN, CT — With the start of school just about a week away in Middletown, local police ended this week with a distinct message to motorists.

If you see a stopped school bus stopped, stop yourself.

"We'd like to remind the public to be mindful of the school busses and bus stops in your area," police said.

Police issued a graphic to guide motorists through the rules:

Police on Friday were emphasizing not only neighborhood streets, but "four-lane, non-divided highways," like state Route 66, known locally as Washington Street. Even if the bus is on the far right lane heading on one direction and a car is in the far right hand lane in the opposite direction, that car must stop, police said.

And no one sneaks past.

"Our busses are equipped with stop sign cameras and tickets are issued," police said. "Let's get back to school safe."

Click here to see back-to-school information here.