The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office has announced that it will be joining with local law enforcement agencies across the county in a coordinated, high-visibility traffic enforcement detail as part of the statewide Goal: Zero initiative, aimed at combating the alarming rise in roadway fatalities across New Jersey.

According to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, as of April 13, 2026, a total of 134 people have lost their lives on roadways throughout New Jersey, including 12 fatalities in Ocean County alone.

This month’s enforcement effort will place a particular focus on distracted driving, widely recognized as one of the most preventable causes of serious crashes and fatalities. The initiative also carries a deeper meaning, as it is dedicated to the memory of Paul Miller Jr., who was tragically killed in 2010 by a distracted tractor-trailer driver. In the years following his death, his mother, Eileen Miller, became a leading advocate for stronger distracted driving laws, ultimately helping to pass “Paul Miller’s Law” in Pennsylvania, which bans handheld device use while driving.

The coordinated enforcement detail is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 13, between the hours of 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., and will involve multiple agencies working together to target unsafe driving behaviors.

“Goal: Zero is a critical initiative that reinforces our commitment to eliminating preventable tragedies through enforcement, education, and strong community partnerships,” Prosecutor Billhimer said. “Every life lost on our roadways is one too many, and through our coordinated efforts we are working to make Ocean County’s roads safer for everyone.”

The Goal: Zero campaign was originally launched in 2024 through the efforts of Holmdel Township Patrolman Matt Menosky, bringing together dozens of municipalities to address dangerous driving habits. The initiative’s bright green branding symbolizes high visibility and pedestrian safety, while a black mourning band incorporated into the logo serves as a reminder of the lives lost in traffic crashes.

Authorities are urging motorists to remain alert, avoid distractions, and comply with all traffic laws as enforcement efforts increase throughout the county.