What:
Sobriety Checkpoint

When:
Friday, June 6, 2008
7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Where:
Westbound Cesar Chavez Avenue at Evergreen Avenue

Who:
Central Traffic Community and Safety Unit/ DUI Detail
Central Traffic Officers

Why:
Despite the tireless efforts of thousands of advocates and law enforcement officers alike, drunk driving continues to be America's deadliest crime. This operation will be conducted in an effort to reduce the number of injuries, deaths, and property damage, associated with the intoxicated driver.

The checkpoint will serve as a reminder to the Central Los Angeles 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.

Our message is simple: if you drive drunk, you will be arrested!

If you have any questions regarding the checkpoint, call Sergeant Jay Nunez at 213-972-1864