Denver Police: 'Take The Phone Out Of Your Ear, Quit Texting'

DENVER (CBS4) - Denver police on Monday took time to remind the public about pedestrian and driver safety.

The reminder comes after police investigated a large number of accidents they say could have easily been avoided.

During the event police urged the public to keep their heads up, be aware of their surroundings, and always obey the rules of road.

"You've got to pay attention, again, you know, take the phone out of your ear, quit texting, you've got to understand that … you lose what we call situational awareness as to what's around you," Sgt. Jeff Kolts with Denver Police Department Traffic Operations said.

Denver police will be strictly enforcing laws to keep everyone safe. Tickets and fines will be issued to people caught jaywalking or texting while behind the wheel.