Between Monday, August 23, 2010 and Wednesday, August 25, 2010, 54 and 55 Divisions will be joining together and enforcing bicycle and pedestrian rules of the road.
To date, eight of the 12 pedestrian deaths in Toronto have involved crossing the street mid−block. There has also been a noticeable increase in bicycle collisions involving motor vehicles.
The campaign will begin on Monday, August 23, 2010, at 7:30 a.m., at the intersection of Danforth Avenue and Broadview Avenue. Police are advising pedestrians not to cross streets mid−block and to use proper signalized crossings. Cyclists must obey traffic laws and ensure the required bicycle equipment is in proper working order. Drivers must check blind spots prior to turning and to be alert when opening a car door into the path of traffic. “Road safety isn’t just a slogan, it’s a way of life. Cyclists and pedestrians must always obey the traffic laws," said Sergeant Jack West.
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