Deputies of the Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office gave 86 citations and/or warnings to drivers for traffic-related violations, and arrested six persons for DUII during the Dec. 9, 2016-Jan. 1, 2017, DUII/High Visibility Enforcement event.
“Our goal was to increase our presence in the community, reduce impaired ‐ driving, and promote safe travel during the holiday season,” said Sgt. Josh Roberts.
This year’s numbers were significantly higher than a year ago when a total of 29 motorists were cited or warned. There were no DUII arrests a year ago.
Law enforcement agencies throughout Oregon participated in the nationwide event in an effort to get more impaired drivers off the street and save lives that would otherwise be lost.
This event was funded through a grant from the Oregon State Sheriff’s Association.
The next DUII/HVE grant event is scheduled for Super Bowl Sunday on Feb. 5.
