Troy, IL – This Thanksgiving season, the Troy Police Department is partnering with the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement agencies to help keep roadways safe during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
According to the department, the “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” enforcement campaigns will run from Nov. 21 through Dec. 2, focusing on seat-belt use, distracted driving, speeding, and impaired driving caused by alcohol or drugs — including cannabis.
“Thanksgiving brings more vehicles, longer trips, and more festivities,” police said in a release. “Seat belts remain one of the simplest and most effective ways to save your life in a crash. We’re asking every driver and passenger to buckle up, every trip, every time — and to plan a sober ride before the celebrations begin.”
Officers urge residents to plan ahead by choosing a designated driver, using a taxi or rideshare service, or offering alcohol-free beverages if hosting gatherings. Drivers who see an impaired motorist are encouraged to call 911.
The campaign is funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation and aligns with the statewide safety initiatives: “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Click It or Ticket,” and “It’s Not a Game.”
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