Fresno Police Urge Parents to Talk to Teens About Safe Driving
The Fresno Police Department is emphasizing the importance of safe driving for teens during National Teen Driver Safety Week.
According to the department, car crashes are one of the leading causes of death for teenagers ages 15 to 18 in the United States.
- 2,611 people were killed in crashes involving a teen driver in 2023, as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
- In California, 465 people were killed in crashes involving drivers 20 or younger, accounting for nearly 11.5% of all traffic fatalities that year.
The department is reminding parents to address risky driving behaviors, including:
- Speeding
- Texting behind the wheel
- Not wearing seat belts
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Parents and caregivers are encouraged to have conversations with their teens about safe driving habits.
Author's summary: Fresno Police promote safe driving habits among teens.