Branson will be targeting drunk drivers during the holiday season.
Here is a write up from the Branson Daily News
Drunk drivers will be targeted during the holiday season.
According to a press release from the City of Branson, local and state law enforcement officials will be conducting an unspecified DWI checkpoint during the month of December.
“Typically during the holidays, there are more people driving motor vehicles while under the influence of alcohol,” said Branson Police Chief Caroll McCullough. “This is an effort to reduce the number of impaired drivers.”
McCullough said the time and place for the checkpoint is a secret.
“If those who have been drinking too much know that somewhere in our city is a DWI checkpoint, they may be more likely to turn their vehicle keys over to a sober, designated driver.”
McCullough said all too often, members of the community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by intoxicated drivers.
“This DWI checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies,” he said. “This is very important to the community.”
McCullough said publicizing a DWI checkpoint is a proven and effective method for deterring motorists from drinking and driving.
“Depending on the traffic volume and weather, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be arrested,” McCullough said. “Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol or drugs. If they’re over the legal limit, they’re under arrest.”
The press release said funding for this targeted operation is provided by a grant from the Missouri Department of Transportation through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. McCullough said residents and visitors are also encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
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