| id | cleanReleaseDate | troopName | title |
| 7879 | 2016-01-14 | Troop L | Child Safety Seat Check Event in St. Helena Parish |
TROOP L - NEWS RELEASE January 14th, 2016 Child Safety Seat Check Event in St. Helena Parish Greensburg, LA – Louisiana State Police Troop L and the Louisiana Passenger Safety Task Force are partnering to conduct a child passenger safety seat check-up event on Saturday, January 16th, 2016 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The event will take place at the Greensburg Police Department located at 14516 Hwy 37 Greensburg, LA. No appointment is necessary and it is always free. The event will take place regardless of weather conditions. It is a proven fact that car seats and booster seats save lives. These devices offer the best protection for children in the event of a crash. However, approximately 3 out of 4 child seats are not used correctly. This misuse rate can be attributed to the great variety of child seats available, the great range of children’s weights and heights, and the vast array of vehicles in today’s market. These misuses span all races, educational levels, and socioeconomic status. During the past 30 years, approximately 8,959 lives have been saved by the use of child restraints according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It is important that caregivers ensure children are properly restrained in an appropriate child safety seat, booster seat, or seat belt anytime they are traveling in a vehicle. Every Louisiana State Police Troop is recognized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as a child safety seat “Inspection Station”. Troop L Troopers/technicians are available on Tuesdays from 3-6 PM. Please take advantage of these free services to ensure the safety of your child. Contact Information: TFC Dustin Dwight Louisiana State Police – Troop L Public Affairs Section Office: (985) 893-6250 Dustin.Dwight@la.gov www.LSP.org www.facebook.com/LouisianaStatePolice | |||
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