Deputies To Target Speeding Drivers In Wheaton

WHEATON, IL — The Wheaton Police Department is increasing patrols to target speeding drivers as part of a statewide traffic safety campaign.

During July, officers in Wheaton will focus on speeding and other traffic infractions. They are among 200 agencies participating in this "Speeding Catches Up with You" initiative.

“No matter how safe of a driver you think you may be, speeding is dangerous and often the leading contributing factor to traffic crashes," Deputy Chief Van Dillenkoffer said in a statement.

He added, "Speed limits aren’t a suggestion – they are the law."

The safety campaign will be underway in Wheaton and other municipalities through July 31.