A Bluffton, South Carolina, law enforcement professional, Jacob “Jake” Higgins has served as a detective sergeant with the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office since 2019. In his role with the sheriff’s department, Bluffton resident Jacob Higgins has investigated narcotics and violent crimes cases and taught the Alive at 25 Course.
Created by the National Safety Council, Alive at 25 addresses the fact that more teenagers in the United States die from automobile accidents than any other cause of death. By equipping teenagers with knowledge about the risks and responsibility of driving, the program helps them make wiser, safer choices.
Taught by off-duty deputy sheriffs and police officers, the 4.5-hour course utilizes activities, videos, and case studies to teach young adults how to protect themselves while driving. Since 2007, the program has contributed to a 37 percent reduction in deaths among drivers aged 15 to 24. In 2020, instructors led classes virtually to accommodate as many students as possible.
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