PRESS RELEASE – During this busy winter holiday season, Fulton County Safe Communities and local law enforcement are teaming up to remind drivers: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.
In support of the law enforcement community’s dedication to protecting the lives of residents in their communities, drivers will see officers working together during the holiday season to take drunk drivers off the roads.
Alcohol-impaired driving is deadly and continues to be a factor in fatal traffic crashes in the United States, especially during the holidays.
During the 2018-2022 December months, there were 4,759 people killed in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes. In December 2022 alone, 1,062 people died in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes.
“Drunk driving is deadly and illegal, and it should never be an option for getting home,” said Roy Miller, Fulton County Sheriff.
“We want our community to have a joy-filled holiday season, but we want everyone to do so responsibly, and that means refraining from drinking and driving. There are too many choices for a safe ride home. Use them,” he said.
If a driver finds they are unable to drive, they should give their keys to a sober driver so that person can get them home safely.
When a friend has been drinking and is considering driving, friends should be proactive — take away the keys and help them get a sober ride home. If anyone spots a drunk driver, contact local law enforcement.
Concerned about traffic safety in Fulton County? We would love for you to join us at our next FC Safe Communities meeting, contact Rachel Kinsman / Karen Pennington at 419.337.0915 for more details. Check us out on Facebook @FCsafecommunities