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8021 2012-11-14 Troop L Troopers to Conduct Impaired Driving Checkpoint in Tangipahoa Parish
TROOP L NEWS RELEASE
November 14, 2012
Troopers to Conduct Impaired Driving Checkpoint
in Tangipahoa Parish

As part of ongoing proactive efforts to remove impaired drivers from our roadways, Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop L plan to conduct a DWI checkpoint this Friday, November 16, 2012 in Tangipahoa Parish. The checkpoint will begin at approximately 9:00 pm at an undisclosed location within the parish. In addition to increased DWI enforcement, Troopers will be focusing on motorists not wearing seat belts, unrestrained children in vehicles, and any dangerous driving behaviors such as speeding, following too close, and driving while distracted.

The consequences of drinking and driving can be costly no matter how many drinks you have consumed. The task of stopping impaired drivers is a joint effort of law enforcement agencies and the public. By never allowing an impaired driver to get behind the wheel of a vehicle and reporting dangerous drivers to law enforcement, the public can play an important role in the reduction of crashes caused by impaired drivers. Making poor decisions in a vehicle such as driving impaired, driving while distracted, or not wearing a seat belt leads to serious injuries and deaths every day across the state. Making the responsible decision can mean the difference between life and death.

Contact the Louisiana State Police by dialing *LSP or (*577) on your cell phone to report impaired drivers and dangerous roadway conditions.

Citizens and visitors are also urged to enroll in Nixle Alerts for real time updates on roadway closures, crash locations, and pertinent safety information for their region of the state. To enroll visit www.nixle.com, complete the required information, and select Louisiana State Police as your agency.


Remember, the only designated driver is the person who has had NO ALCOHOL.


Contact Information:
TFC Nick Manale
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Unit - Troop L
Office: (985) 893-6250 Ext:628
Nicholas.Manale@dps.la.gov
www.LSP.org
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