The Moore County Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with the Aberdeen Police Department and the North Carolina Highway Patrol, is launching a focused traffic enforcement campaign along Highway 5 near the Moore County landfill in Aberdeen.
This initiative aims to address the ongoing issue of unsecured loads on vehicles transporting trash and debris to the landfill, which has led to increased litter and potentially hazardous conditions along the roadway, said the Moore County Sheriff’s Office in a news release on Tuesday.
Over the next two weeks, deputies, officers, and troopers will actively monitor and enforce laws related to unsecured loads. Violators will be cited in accordance with North Carolina General Statute, which mandates that all loads must be properly secured to prevent debris from falling onto the roadway.
“We are committed to keeping our roadways safe and clean,” said Moore County Sheriff Ronnie Fields. “Unsecured loads not only contribute to roadside litter but also pose serious safety hazards to other motorists. We urge all drivers to ensure their loads are properly secured before traveling.”
Motorists are encouraged to take necessary precautions, such as using tarps, netting, or other securement methods, to prevent debris from escaping their vehicles.
“The Moore County Sheriff’s Office, Aberdeen Police Department, and the North Carolina Highway Patrol appreciate the community’s cooperation in keeping Highway 5 and surrounding areas safe and free of roadway debris,” said Fields.
For more information on this campaign, please contact the Moore County Sheriff’s Office at [email protected] or 910-947-2931.
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