DeKalb County, IL – The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office has released the results of its Thanksgiving holiday traffic safety campaign, which aimed to curb impaired and distracted driving across the county.
According to Lt. Ryan Pettengell, deputies issued 46 total citations between Nov. 21 and Dec. 2 during the statewide “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” initiatives. Enforcement focused on seat-belt compliance, speeding, and drug- or alcohol-impaired driving.
The campaign resulted in:
- 8 speeding citations
- 26 seat belt or restraint violations
- 2 citations for electronic device use
- 1 DUI (alcohol and/or drugs) arrest
- 9 other traffic citations
- 2 traffic arrests
“These results reflect our commitment to a safe community,” Pettengell said, noting the dangers of driving impaired or unbelted. “Please buckle up and plan a sober ride every time.”
The enforcement period was part of a statewide safety effort supported by the Illinois Department of Transportation. The initiative aligns with Illinois’ ongoing campaigns — “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Click It or Ticket,” and “It’s Not a Game” — all aimed at reducing fatalities on state roads.
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