"Drive Drunk and You'll Be Arrested": Increased Patrols Announced on U.S. Routes
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
As part of the annual campaign to prevent traffic accidents caused by drunk drivers, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced on Tuesday that patrols will be increased across the United States from August 19 to September 7, Labor Day. The initiative "Drive Drunk and You'll Be Arrested" aims to help authorities identify and stop those driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, according to a statement. In 2025, deaths caused by drunk drivers decreased by 4%, in contrast to 2024, when 30% of reported deaths were due to this cause, according to the NHTSA. The Department of Transportation stated that one person died every 44 minutes in a crash caused by someone driving under the influence of alcohol in 2024.
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