Union County, NC – Deputies with the Union County Sheriff’s Office issued 157 total charges during two recent proactive traffic operations held in Indian Trail and Weddington, targeting unsafe driving behaviors over a two-week span.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, the Indian Trail and County Patrol Divisions led the saturation patrols to identify violations commonly linked to aggressive or impaired driving. Officials said the goal was to deter risky behaviors and ensure roadway safety across Union County.
In total, the operations resulted in a wide range of charges, including three for DWI, five for driving without a license, five for driving while license revoked, and 53 registration violations. Deputies also cited four drivers for lacking insurance, issued 14 speeding tickets, and charged four individuals with drug-related offenses. Other violations included one seat belt infraction, four forged tag cases, and a concealed weapon charge.
Sheriff’s officials emphasized that while these operations were concentrated in Indian Trail and Weddington, similar enforcement efforts occur countywide to maintain safe roadways. “When drivers make the choice to disregard the law and put others at risk, we will ensure they are held accountable,” the department said in a statement.
Residents are encouraged to report suspected impaired or unsafe drivers by calling 911 immediately.
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