COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol will focus enforcement efforts on removing impaired drivers from Ohio’s roads during the upcoming Labor Day weekend.
“Motorists can do their part in keeping the roadways safe by never driving impaired and always designating a sober driver,” Gov. Mike DeWine said. “Protect yourself, your passengers, and others on the road by making smart choices and planning a safe ride home.”
During the 2020 Labor Day holiday weekend, there were 13 fatal crashes which killed 15 people in Ohio.Ten of those fatalities involved alcohol and/or drugs, while six fatalities were unbelted. Troopers also made 545 impaired driving arrests during last year’s holiday weekend.
“When someone chooses to drive impaired, the consequences can be deadly,” said Col. Richard S. Fambro, patrol superintendent. “Help make everyone’s holiday weekend safe by designating a sober ride home and asking friends and family to do the same.”
The 2021 Labor Day weekend reporting period begins Friday, Sept. 3 at 12 a.m. and ends Monday, Sept. 6 at 11:59 p.m.
Motorists are encouraged to dial #677 to report impaired drivers and drug activity to the Patrol.
