Wake Forest Police and Target Offer Free Car Seat Check and Installation Event

Certified technicians will ensure proper fit and answer safety questions on April 28th.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 9:50pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of the pebbled fabric and stitching on a child car seat, capturing the intricate textures and materials in vivid detail.A free car seat safety event aims to ensure young passengers are properly secured and protected while traveling.Wake Forest Today

The Wake Forest Police Department and Target are hosting a free Car Seat Check & Installation Event on April 28th from 10 a.m. to noon at the Wake Forest Target location. Certified car seat safety technicians will be available to assist parents and caregivers with properly installing their child's car seat, check if the seat is the right size, and explain the importance of registering car seats with the manufacturer.

Why it matters

Ensuring car seats are installed correctly is crucial for protecting young children in the event of a collision. This free event provides an important community service to help keep families safe on the roads.

The details

At the event, certified technicians will check car seat installations, let attendees know if their children are in the right seats for their ages and sizes, and explain the process of registering car seats in case of a recall. No appointment is necessary, and the event will be rescheduled to May 1st in case of rain.

  • The Car Seat Check & Installation Event will take place on April 28, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • If it rains, the event will be rescheduled for May 1, 2026.

The players

Wake Forest Police Department

The local police department in Wake Forest, North Carolina that is partnering with Target to host the car seat safety event.

Target

The retail store chain that is hosting the car seat check and installation event at its Wake Forest, North Carolina location.

Bryan Bloodworth

The Communications Shift Supervisor at the Wake Forest Police Department who can be contacted for more information about the event.

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What they’re saying

“No appointment is necessary. In case of rain, this event will be rescheduled for May 1.”

— Bryan Bloodworth, Communications Shift Supervisor, Wake Forest Police Department

What’s next

Anyone who is unable to attend the April 28 event but would like assistance installing their child's safety seat can set up an appointment by calling the Wake Forest Police Department at 919-554-6150.

The takeaway

This free car seat check and installation event is an important community service that can help ensure young children are properly secured and protected while traveling. By partnering with Target, the Wake Forest Police Department is making it convenient for local families to get their car seats checked by certified technicians.