SAFE Team Expands Presence With Checkpoints On Rural Roads
JOHNSTON COUNTY, N.C. – The Johnston County Sheriff’s Office SAFE (Sheriff’s Aggressive Field Enforcement) Team has increased patrols and established random checkpoints across the county this week as part of an ongoing public safety effort.
Officials say the heightened enforcement is focused on improving roadway safety and deterring criminal activity. Checkpoints are being conducted at varying locations and times, shifting locations several times daily to maximize their effectiveness.
On March 31, deputies operated a checkpoint on Webb Mill Road outside of Four Oaks. Another checkpoint was set up April 1 on Ridge Road at Clayton Road near the Harnett County line, one of several locations used throughout the week.
According to the sheriff’s office, checkpoints play a key role in identifying impaired drivers and ensuring motorists are in compliance with state laws. Deputies emphasize that checkpoints are not only enforcement tools but also deterrents for criminal activity.
Officials add that these efforts are especially important on rural roadways, where higher speeds and lower traffic volumes can contribute to more severe crashes.
“Our goal with checkpoints is simple, keep our community safe while also curbing criminal activity,” Johnston County Sheriff Steve Bizzell said. “These operations help us remove impaired drivers and identify illegal behavior that puts our citizens at risk.”
The sheriff’s office said the SAFE Team will continue conducting patrols and checkpoints across Johnston County in the coming days, with the goal of maintaining a strong and visible law enforcement presence.
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I want to know why now? Where was this months, even years ago? What is bringing this on?
Tin foil on too tight? They’ve always been doing this kind of work for at least the past 10+ years. The NC GHSP awards points for getting media involved. The only thing that is SUDDENLYCHANGING!!!!! is the fact that they just advertised this. Get a life.
Why not now? Do you think everything should stay stagnant?
Staffing for one. All across the state the past few years there has been an issue with not enough people going into the career field coupled with retirements and people going into the private sector to make more money with better hours. This has been a county, state and national issue for several years now. When you are short you have to prioritize your manpower.
Springs here, the animals are restless ! It’s an election year, keep the faith, enjoy a bit of conversation with a deputy that’s only trying to make your life better. I’m happy to know they’re trying to get in front of it.
This has been going on.
Do you live under a rock?
Started about 20 years ago, lots of good work has been done over the years by the S.O. The sheriffs office just started a FB page recently so now people are realizing what all is being done behind the scenes. I’ve recently learned they have a swat team, swift water rescue, search and rescue, hostage negotiators, all in addition to the deputies regular duties. The can try out for one of the teams to be on stand by if needed. I also just toured the detention center and was surprised to learn they have over 300 inmates, serve 900 meals a day, have to keep up with inmates medical needs their canteen and much more. It’s like a whole Nother business over there. The training that these deputies receive is very impressive too. I was inquiring because recently someone was running against the sheriff And challenging their training, staffing, and technology. I was impressed to see all of the training the deputies receive especially mental health and crises intervention. The Technology that the investigations division utilizes is super impressive as well!!
The annual publicity stunt along with giving a boost of revenue for the court system and law firms. Just follow the money.
Revenue sharing folks!
Well I went thru one. They helped me find this guys house I was trying to find to buy his lawn mower he had for sale. Thanks men. 👍