Fresno, California – Weekend DUI and street racing crackdown in Fresno County led to nine arrests and 128 citations.
According to the California Highway Patrol, officers conducted a multi-agency street racing and DUI saturation detail across Fresno County over the weekend. The operation included coordinated ground units and air support aimed at disrupting planned racing events before they escalated.
Authorities reported 172 traffic stops during the enforcement effort. In addition to nine DUI arrests, officers made two reckless driving arrests, one drug-related arrest and one misdemeanor no-bail arrest. A total of 33 vehicles were impounded and two were placed into storage.
CHP said officers also issued six verbal warnings and cited four drivers for modified equipment violations. Officials stated the enforcement effort was intended to reduce dangerous driving activity and prevent injuries on local roadways.
“Vehicles were seized. Lives were saved,” the agency wrote in its public statement.
The operation was conducted in partnership with the Fresno Police Department and the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office. Funding was provided through a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety.
Street racing enforcement operations often increase during weekends, when traffic volumes and gatherings tend to rise. Officials said those arrested allegedly participated in illegal racing activity or impaired driving.
The enforcement activity may be particularly relevant to young drivers and weekend commuters who frequent major corridors in Fresno County.
Authorities did not release the names of those arrested. Investigations remain ongoing.
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