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New Jersey officers dress up as shrubs to catch distracted drivers on their phones
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· July 31, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details about this initiative can be found through ABC7 Los Angeles, which reported on the New Jersey officers' unorthodox method for addressing the issue of distracted driving.
In a creative effort to curb distracted driving, officers in New Jersey have been dressing up as shrubs. This unusual tactic is being used to catch drivers who are using their phones while behind the wheel. The officers' disguises allow them to blend in and observe drivers without being noticed.
By doing so, they can identify and catch distracted drivers in the act. Further details about this initiative can be found through ABC7 Los Angeles , which reported on the New Jersey officers' unorthodox method for addressing the issue of distracted driving.
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Category: local Published: July 31, 2026 Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) Reading time: 1 min
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