Another Line of Duty Death
Slow Down Move Over Responds to Fatal I-95 Line-of-Duty Death
MIMS, Fla. — Slow Down Move Over is mourning the loss of a traffic incident responder who was killed Monday morning 12/22/2025 while assisting at a vehicle fire on Interstate 95 in Brevard County.
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the responder was working from a clearly marked traffic incident response truck with emergency lights and an arrow board activated when a semi-truck failed to slow down or move over and struck the scene. The responder was pronounced dead at the location. A second responder was seriously injured and air-lifted to a hospital.
This tragedy occurred in the northbound lanes of I-95 near mile marker 228 shortly after 9 a.m.
Statement from Paul Libri, Founder of Slow Down Move Over
“This is exactly what Slow Down Move Over laws were created to prevent, and it keeps happening anyway,” said Paul Libri, founder of Slow Down Move Over. “A responder was doing their job, protecting the public, and trying to make the roadway safe. The warning lights were on. The arrow board was active. The scene was visible. Advanced warning was in place, cones were tapered, it was DAYTIME ! None of that mattered because a driver didn’t slow down or move over, and admitted he did not see the scene. HOW? How with all that advanced warning did you NOT see the scene?”
“Every responder on the roadside is someone’s family. Tow operators, traffic incident responders, firefighters, law enforcement, DOT crews — we all work inches from traffic, trusting drivers to do the right thing. When they don’t, the consequences are permanent.”
“This death was preventable. Compliance with Move Over laws is not optional, and it’s not a courtesy. It is the difference between going home and not.”
Slow Down Move Over urges all motorists to reduce speed, change lanes when safe, and remain alert when approaching any roadside emergency or service operation.
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We shouldn’t have to keep issuing these releases, but here we are, AGAIN
The recent death of a traffic incident responder on Interstate 95 serves as a grim reminder of the dangers facing those who work to keep our roads safe. Despite all safety measures — including clearly marked emergency vehicles with activated lights and arrow boards, warning cones, and working in broad daylight — some drivers fail to comply with basic Move Over laws. These laws are designed to protect emergency personnel, tow operators, firefighters, and law enforcement officers who work inches from fast-moving traffic. Slow Down Move Over, an organization dedicated to raising awareness about roadside safety, emphasizes that compliance with these laws is not optional. It is a legal requirement that can mean the difference between life and death. The tragic event near mile marker 228 on I-95 involved a semi-truck driver who admitted not seeing the emergency scene, resulting in a fatal collision and severe injury to another responder. Road safety experts continuously call on all motorists to be vigilant, reduce speed, and change lanes away from emergency scenes when it is safe to do so. Advanced warning devices like flashing lights and arrow boards are meant to alert drivers well before they approach responders—yet distracted or inattentive driving, especially due to phones or fatigue, remains a persistent problem. Educational campaigns such as #SlowDownMoveOver and #MoveOverLaw aim to embed safe driving habits by reminding drivers that the roadside is a high-risk zone. Everyone benefits from a culture that respects these laws: responders get to go home to their families, and motorists avoid tragic crashes. In addition to legal compliance, practical tips for drivers approaching roadside incidents include staying alert, obeying posted signs, being patient in traffic slowdowns, and eliminating distractions inside the vehicle. These simple actions collectively save lives and reduce the emotional and financial toll of line-of-duty deaths. Remember, every line of duty death is preventable. It requires a community effort where drivers prioritize safety, respect emergency responders’ work, and follow Move Over laws consistently. Staying informed and spreading awareness about roadside hazards and the consequences of careless driving helps strengthen this life-saving culture.
if I ask was it another illegal? people will think I'm racist. was it another driver with a phone in their hand? I see that everyday. I am a driver and I'm currently in New Mexico. I see so much everyday out here. I wish DOT would partner up with companies and do a ride along and catch these drivers. I've offered this for several years now where I live in Michigan. they see a trooper in the middle they'll put the phone down, slow down until they think they're safe and then back at it. these people wouldn't even think about a trooper doing a ride along and catch them in the act. please consider this. all states, start doing ride alongs.