School zones are meant to be sanctuaries of safety for our youngest citizens, but it appears not all are heeding the call to keep these areas secure. The Lebanon Police Department took to social media with a stark reminder after a close call occurred just outside Lebanon High School. According to their post, during a routine patrol, authorities spotted a vehicle, a Toyota Sienna, cutting through the calm at nearly double the school zone’s speed limit of 25 mph.
A good reminder to slow down in active school zones!
— Lebanon Police Department (@LebanonPD) November 18, 2025
While patrolling Lebanon High School’s active school zone this morning, A-Shift officers observed a Toyota Sienna traveling nearly twice the posted 25 mph speed limit.
After stopping the vehicle, officers learned the… pic.twitter.com/dwgPluT3D1
The incident occurred during the morning hours, when students are typically entering the school, prepared to begin the day’s learning. Acting decisively and without any delay, the A-Shift officers promptly stopped the speeding vehicle. As reported by the Lebanon Police Department, upon being stopped, the driver, a 34-year-old resident of Antioch, was found to be operating the vehicle without a valid license and was subsequently arrested without incident.
The Lebanon Police Department emphasized its commitment to student safety, expressing appreciation for the officers’ vigilance in apprehending the speeding driver. "We appreciate our officers for keeping a close watch on our school zones and helping keep our students safe!" their social media statement read.
