LINCOLN — As Nebraska prepares to ring in the new year, troopers remain on patrol across the state monitoring for impaired driving.
In the first ten days of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign, which runs from December 17 through January 1, troopers have removed from the road 37 impaired drivers. The campaign includes troopers and dispatchers from the Nebraska State Patrol, as well as officers and deputies from many other agencies across the state.
“Holiday celebrations are always a fun way to close out the year,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “So, if you’re attending a New Year’s party or other event this week, make a plan ahead of time to have a sober ride home.”
The Nebraska State Patrol reminds drivers that there are many ways to get a safe ride home from a sober driver: designate a driver, take a rideshare, call a cab, or utilize a community safe ride program offered by local businesses, such as AAA Nebraska’s “Tow to Go” program by calling 855-2-Tow-2-Go. That program runs through January 3.
“As we all look ahead to 2022, let’s close out 2021 in a safe manner on the roads,” said Colonel Bolduc. “Always have a sober driver, watch your speed, avoid distractions, and always wear a seat belt.”
NSP’s portion of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over initiative is made possible thanks in part to a grant for $26,500 from the Nebraska Department of Transportation – Highway Safety Office.