November 13, 2014
11/14/14 As families take to the roads this holiday season, law enforcement would like to remind drivers that extra patrol will be cracking down on impaired driving and seat belt violations to increase safety on the state’s streets and highways. Area law enforcement agencies are working in tandem on saturation patrols and DUI checkpoints.
In November 2013, there were 490 alcohol-related crashes across Indiana resulting in 224 injuries and 13 fatalities. A total of 735 drivers were arrested for driving under the influence and 9,504 seat belt citations were issued to drivers and passengers who were not properly restrained.
Officers also noted that vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for kids between the ages of 8 and 15. For families with young children, it’s important to have a properly installed child safety seat or booster seat for each child. Parents can visit childseat.in.gov for a list of locations and a toll-free phone number to speak with expects about the proper installation of child safety seats.
Law enforcement agencies from across the state, including the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department, are jointly participating in this holiday enforcement effort.