The Los Angeles Police Department Encourages Safe Saint Patrick’s Day Celebrations NA22018mc

Thursday, March 17

DUI Saturation Patrol from 5 PM to 1 AM in Hollywood Area
DUI Checkpoint from 6 PM to 11 PM at La Brea Avenue and Rosewood Avenue

Friday, March 18

DUI Checkpoint from 6 PM to 11 PM at Van Nuys Boulevard and Vanowen Street

Saturday, March 19

DUI Saturation Patrol from 3 PM to 11 PM in Van Nuys Area
DUI Saturation Patrol from 4 PM to 12 AM in North Hollywood Area
DUI Saturation Patrol from 6 PM to 2 AM in South Bureau

Sunday, March 20

DUI Saturation Patrol from 3 PM to 11 PM in Van Nuys Area

Note: Locations of the checkpoints are subject to change or cancelation.

This Saint Patrick’s Day, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) will be on alert for suspected impaired drivers and reminds the community to celebrate the holiday responsibly. Additional officers will be on patrol over the upcoming days looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

Commander Al Pasos, Commanding Officer, Traffic Group, said, “Have a game plan before you celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day. Designate a sober driver or make other plans to get home safely.”

During the 2019 Saint Patrick’s Day holiday period, nearly half of all traffic deaths throughout the country involved a drunk driver. The LAPD wants to warn the community that alcohol is not the only substance that can cause impairment. Cannabis, prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and illegal drugs can all lead to a DUI.