Above / Naperville Police encouraged residents to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day responsibly during local festivities that began Sat., March 14, and ran through Tues., March 17. Never drive while under the influence of alcohol, marijuana or other drugs. Help keep every community safe and watch out for the other guy. Celebrate safely. Buckle up.
UPDATE, March 25, 2020 / Naperville Police Announce DUI Enforcement Campaign Results
The Naperville Police Department arrested two individuals for impaired driving during the recent St. Patrick’s Day enforcement campaign.
Officers also issued 65 total citations, including 42 for speeding, five for seat belt violation and two for illegal transportation of cannabis.
“Impaired drivers are a risk to everyone on the road,” said Naperville Police Sgt. Ricky Krakow. “We strongly enforce traffic laws for one reason – to save lives.”
The Naperville Police Department joined forces with state and local law enforcement and highway safety partners for the St. Patrick’s Day campaign. The law enforcement effort was funded by federal highway safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation as part of the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Click It or Ticket” campaigns.
Original Post, March 10, 2020 / The Naperville Police Department will conduct special patrols this St. Patrick’s Day weekend to crack down on impaired drivers and encourage people to wear their seat belts.
Celebrated throughout the country, St. Patrick’s Day is one of the deadliest holidays of the year due to the number of drunk drivers on the road. If you’ll be drinking or using another impairing substance, plan ahead for a sober ride home.
“We urge our residents and visitors to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day responsibly,” said Naperville Police Department Sgt. Ricky Krakow. “We’ll be out in force to keep impaired drivers off the roads and help ensure that everyone makes it home safely.”
Before the green beer starts flowing, remember to designate a sober driver. If you don’t have a designated driver, call a cab, use a ride-sharing service, have a sober friend or family member pick you up, or stay where you are and sleep it off.
Never let a friend leave your sight if you think they’re about to drive impaired and always buckle up – it’s your best defense in a crash.
Alert! Pedestrians and Designated Drivers
Pedestrians are at risk, too. If you are walking, keep an eye out for cars. If you’re a designated driver, be alert for impaired walkers who may not obey street signs and pedestrian signals.
The Illinois “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Click It or Ticket” campaigns are administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation with federal highway safety funds managed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Submitted by Naperville Police Department Public Information.
