Joliet, Illinois – Joliet police are urging residents to plan sober rides home ahead of Super Bowl LX celebrations to reduce impaired driving risks.
According to a Joliet Police Department post published Sunday, officers are reminding fans to designate sober drivers, use public transportation, or rely on ride-sharing services such as Uber or Lyft when attending Super Bowl gatherings or watch parties.
The department emphasized that fans should not allow friends or family members to drive while impaired. If someone appears unable to drive safely, police recommend taking their keys and arranging a safe ride home. Officers also encouraged residents to report suspected impaired drivers by calling Joliet Police or local law enforcement.
“Always buckle up,” the department stated, noting that seat belts remain one of the most effective defenses against impaired drivers on the road.
The message is part of a broader national impaired-driving prevention campaign tied to major sporting events, which historically see increases in alcohol-related crashes. The Super Bowl is consistently among the highest-risk days for impaired driving nationwide, according to traffic safety data.
The post included the slogan “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and referenced partnerships with traffic safety organizations, including the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. While the department did not announce specific enforcement details, similar holiday and event weekends typically involve increased patrols and DUI enforcement.
Police said community cooperation plays a key role in preventing serious crashes and fatalities during large-scale events. Residents are encouraged to make transportation plans before kickoff and to look out for others throughout the night.
For commuters, late-night traffic enforcement may increase around bars, residential neighborhoods, and major roadways following the game.
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