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News Release Friday, April 24, 2009
Driving Under the Influence Checkpoint NA09108rh
WHAT:
Sobriety Checkpoint in Harbor Division
WHEN:
Saturday, May 2, 2009
6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
WHERE:
Avalon Boulevard between Opp Street and I Street
WHO:
South Traffic Division, Crime Task Force/DUI Enforcement Detail
WHY:
The purpose of the sobriety checkpoint is to reduce the number of injuries, death, and property damage associated with the intoxicated driver. The checkpoint will serve as a reminder to the community to use designated drivers and not drink and drive.
Funding for this checkpoint comes from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. We can all help make our streets safer. Report Drunk Drivers – Call 911.
CONTACT:
For further information contact Sergeant Stephen Egan, South Traffic Division, Crime Task Force/Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Enforcement Detail at 213-485-7336.