Ocean City Police Recognized For Traffic Safety - WMDT 47 News - Delmarva's Choice

OCEAN CITY, Md. - September 7th Ocean City Traffic Safety Officers were recognized for their work in keeping the streets safe, and with the sheer volume of vehicles coming in and out of the town, this can be a daunting task.

On September 7th officers throughout Maryland gathered in Annapolis to be recognized for their contributions to highway safety. The 2012 Traffic Safety Specialist (TSS) Awards Luncheon, acknowledged law enforcement officers who have attained exceptional levels of experience, training and proficiency in highway safety and traffic enforcement methods and procedures.

The following Ocean City Police Department officers were recognized for their hard work and commitment to traffic safety;  Lieutenants Brian Cardamone and Scott Harner, Sergeants Doug Smith and Ronnie Townsend, Patrolman 1^st Class Aaron Morgan, Ryan Flanagan, Michael Karsnitz, Joseph Centofranchi and Officer Patrick Flynn.  Congratulations to the TSS Award Recipients. 

Thomas J. Gianni, Chief of the Maryland Highway Safety Office, said "effective traffic enforcement translates to fewer crashes, injuries, and fewer deaths on our roadways.  Traffic safety is public safety, and we congratulate the awardees on their very distinguished achievement."

So far this year, the OCPD has investigated over 500 crashes and made almost 400 DUI/DWI arrests. 

"The sheer volume of vehicular traffic in Ocean City Community seems daunting, however the Traffic Safety Specialist of the Ocean City Police Department as well as all of our patrol officers, rise to the challenge every year , and this year is no exception" said OCPD Chief Bernadette A. DiPino.  "I am extremely proud of these dedicated professionals who continue to make Ocean City, Maryland a safe place to live and visit."