Speed Enforcement Cameras Activated In Busy Area Of Middletown

MIDDLETOWN, CT — The Middletown Police Department Monday announced the installation of Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Devices on a busy area of Route 66.

That's a fancy term for speed cameras.

The initiative, police said, is part of the city’s "ongoing efforts to enhance road safety and reduce speeding in high-traffic areas."

On Monday, the speed enforcement cameras became active along both the eastbound and westbound lanes of Washington Street, west of Camp Street. In accordance with Connecticut state law, there will be a 30-day warning period. During the next month, motorists who exceed the posted speed limit will receive warning notices, rather than citations, police said.

"The goal of this program is not about issuing tickets, but to reduce the risk of serious and fatal crashes and to make Washington Street safer for all road users, including pedestrians," police said.

The deployment of these cameras "aligns with Middletown’s broader traffic safety goals and supports the City’s Safe Streets and Vision Zero initiatives, strategies dedicated to eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries," police said.

Following the 30-day grace period, citations will be issued to drivers recorded exceeding speed limits by the automated enforcement system, police said.

"The Middletown Police Department encourages all drivers to observe posted speed limits and practice safe, responsible driving," police said. "The Department remains committed to ensuring safer streets for everyone who lives, works, or travels through Middletown."