Holiday Drive Sober campaign results in arrests

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol arrested 95 impaired drivers during the end of the year Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign.

The Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign ran from Dec. 11 through Jan. 1.

Troopers and dispatchers across Nebraska worked overtime during the final three weeks of the year to keep roadways safe during the holiday season.

In addition to the 95 arrests for driving under the influence, troopers also issued 1,663 citations for speeding, including 83 citations for over 100 miles per hour; 15 driving under suspension; 67 open alcohol container; 36 minor in possession of alcohol; 48 no seat belt and 18 improper child restraint.

Troopers also assisted 658 motorists in need of help.

"Driving safely is important during the holidays and every other time of the year," said Colonel Bolduc. "As we continue through winter, we urge all drivers to be prepared for inclement weather and follow traffic safety laws to help keep Nebraska roadways safe."

This effort was made possible, in part, with grant funding from the Nebraska Department of Transportation – Highway Safety Office.