Wheaton Police Conducting Distracted Driving Traffic Safety Campaign Sept. 3-30

In 2023, cell phone use was a factor in more than 2,500 roadway crashes in Illinois, which resulted in 15 deaths and more than 1,000 injuries, according to the Illinois Department of Transportation. To help make our community safer, from Sept. 3 to Sept. 30, 2025, the Wheaton Police Department will be participating in a statewide traffic safety campaign focused on distracted driving violations. This campaign is grant funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation.

Wheaton Police are asking for your support in making City of Wheaton roads safer, which includes staying focused and alert behind the wheel.

"Everyone knows texting and driving is both dangerous and illegal, but they do it anyway, putting not only themselves but others at risk," said Wheaton Police Department Deputy Chief Van Dillenkoffer. "During September, residents and visitors will see increased enforcement efforts as officers stop and ticket anyone who violates distracted driving and other Illinois motor vehicle laws."

The Wheaton Police Department asks parents and trusted adults of teen drivers to set an example by not texting and driving, and remind their teens of the significant danger cell phone use plays when driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, teen drivers who text behind the wheel are 23 times more likely to be involved in a crash.

Please remember to #DropitAndDrive and keep your eyes on the road. We appreciate your help so everyone in our community reaches their destination safely.