PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release: March 12th 2012
Contact: Captain Steve Rotunno
Friends Don’t Let Friends Drive Drunk
This St. Patrick’s Day
Camillus, New York - For many Americans, St. Patrick’s Day has become a popular night out to celebrate with friends and family. Unfortunately, due to the large number of drunk drivers, the night out has also become very dangerous.
“Whether you are meeting a few friends at the local pub after work or attending the St. Patrick’s Day parade this Saturday, if you plan on using alcohol, never drive while impaired—and never let your friends drive if you think they are impaired.” “Friends Don’t Let Friends Drive Drunk.” Said Captain Steve Rotunno
Captain Rotunno recommends the following easy steps, for a safe St. Patrick’s Day.
Plan a safe way home before the festivities begin;
Before drinking, please designate a sober driver and leave your car keys at home;
If you’re impaired, use a taxi, call a sober friend or family member, or use public transportation so you are sure to get home safely;
If you happen to see a drunk driver on the road, don’t hesitate to contact your local law enforcement;
And remember, if you know someone who is about to drive while impaired, take their keys and help them make other arrangements to get to where they are going safely.
“Driving impaired is simply not worth the risk,” said Captain Rotunno. “Not only do you risk killing yourself or someone else, but the trauma and financial costs of a crash or an arrest for driving while impaired can be really significant. Don’t depend on dumb luck this St. Patrick’s Day. Designate your sober driver before the party begins.”
For more information, visit Camilluspolice.com or call the Camillus Police Department at (315) 487-0102
