Woodridge, IL – A holiday traffic enforcement campaign in Woodridge led to multiple arrests and dozens of citations as police focused on impaired driving and seat belt compliance during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
According to the Woodridge Police Department, officers partnered with the Illinois Department of Transportation and law enforcement agencies statewide for the annual “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” “Drive High. Get a DUI,” and “Click It or Ticket” campaigns. The enforcement effort ran from Thursday, Dec. 12 through Sunday, Jan. 5.
During the campaign, Woodridge officers made three traffic arrests related to impaired driving. Police also issued 28 citations for seat belt violations, along with 29 additional citations for speeding, distracted driving, and other traffic offenses.
Authorities said the enforcement effort targeted a wide range of roadways, including local streets, suburban arterial roads, and nearby expressways, with the goal of reducing crashes and preventing serious injuries or deaths.
“We can’t stress it enough: impaired driving is a deadly gamble, no matter where you live,” said Woodridge Police Chief Tom Stefanson. He emphasized that driving while impaired by alcohol, cannabis, or any other substance is illegal and puts drivers, passengers, and others on the road at risk.
Police noted that holiday periods typically see increased traffic volumes and a higher risk of impaired driving, making enforcement efforts critical to public safety.
The holiday enforcement campaign was administered by IDOT using federal highway safety funds managed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The initiative is part of Illinois’ ongoing “It’s Not a Game” statewide traffic safety media and enforcement program.
Officials encouraged motorists to plan ahead, use designated drivers or rideshare services, and always wear seat belts when traveling.
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