State police began a “Goal Zero” traffic enforcement blitz across New Jersey, focusing on major highways including the New Jersey Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, and Route 80. The effort rolled out just before the heavy Thanksgiving travel rush.
Troopers are increasing patrols at interchanges, toll plazas, and rest areas. They are targeting speeding, impaired driving, and distracted driving after recent data showed a rise in holiday-period crashes. The campaign runs through Sunday night.
The operation is large in scale. Extra units from multiple stations joined the detail, and aviation and traffic safety teams were placed on standby. Officials said the goal is simple: reduce the number of fatal crashes during one of the busiest travel weeks of the year.