traffic fatalities

Through July 9 this year traffic fatality numbers in Minnesota are down slightly from a year ago at this time. That according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Through July 9 Minnesota has had 175 traffic related deaths which is 9% lower than 2022 where we had 192 at that time.

There's a big push across Minnesota to reduce the number of traffic fatalities this year to less than 350.

The Department of Public Safety says at least 12 people were killed on Minnesota roads since February 28th.

Preliminary reports from the Department of Public Safety show the number of traffic fatalities on Minnesota roads decreased slightly in 2013.

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety is using the anniversary of last year's deadliest day on the roads to remind motorists to focus on driving and staying safe.