Richland County, SC – The Richland County Sheriff’s Department announced it will conduct traffic safety checkpoints throughout the Lower Richland area on Tuesday, December 31, as part of its year-end enforcement campaign.
According to the department, the checkpoints are aimed at keeping drivers safe and sober during New Year’s Eve celebrations. Deputies will be stationed at various locations to monitor for impaired or unsafe driving behavior.
“Our goal is to ensure drivers are staying safe and sober during the holiday,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement. “Please plan ahead, designate a driver, and always buckle up.”
Officials emphasize that these efforts are part of a statewide push to reduce drunk driving incidents during the holiday season, one of the most dangerous times of year for road travel.
Motorists traveling through Lower Richland County on New Year’s Eve should expect brief delays near checkpoint areas and are encouraged to cooperate with law enforcement.
Residents are reminded: Drive sober, plan ahead, and make safety your top priority as 2025 begins.
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