New Jersey Police Use Camouflage Tactic to Catch Drivers on Phones
In Raleigh-Durham (Fayetteville), New Jersey police officers disguised themselves as shrubs to apprehend drivers using their phones.
Raleigh Durham, NC, July 31, 2026 —
In a novel approach to traffic enforcement, law enforcement officers in Raleigh-Durham (Fayetteville), New Jersey, have reportedly employed an unconventional tactic: disguising themselves as shrubs to catch drivers violating hands-free laws.
The operation, aimed at deterring the dangerous practice of using mobile phones while driving, saw officers concealed within shrub-like costumes. This method allowed them to observe passing vehicles discreetly and identify drivers engaging with their devices.
The specific details regarding the duration of this operation, the number of officers involved, or the exact locations within Raleigh-Durham (Fayetteville) where these efforts took place were not immediately available. Similarly, the number of citations issued as a result of this initiative has not been publicly disclosed.
Police departments nationwide are continuously exploring new strategies to combat distracted driving, a leading cause of traffic accidents. While the effectiveness and public reception of such unique enforcement methods can vary, the underlying goal remains to improve road safety and reduce incidents caused by drivers neglecting the road in favor of their mobile devices.
Further information regarding the outcomes of this operation, including any statistics on citations or arrests, is expected to be released by the department at a later date.
Story summarized from the original created by WPVI on 6abc.com, see more information here.
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