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Be a Saint on St. Patrick’s Day. Plan Ahead and Celebrate Responsibly with a Designated Sober Driver
| Nature of Incident: | Be a Saint on St. Patrick’s Day. Plan Ahead and Celebrate Responsibly with a Designated Sober Driver | ||||
| Location: | City of Camarillo | ||||
| Date & Time: | March 17, 2023 | ||||
| Unit(s) Responsible: | Camarillo Police Department- Traffic Bureau | ||||
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| This St. Patrick’s Day don’t push your luck by getting behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. The Camarillo Police Department will be on alert for suspected impaired drivers and reminds the community to celebrate responsibly by not driving under the influence. Additional deputies will be on patrol March 17 looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. “Leave your keys at home and plan ahead before you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day,” Deputy Joseph Nanez said. “Designate a sober driver, schedule a ride share or make other plans to get home safely if you plan to consume alcohol.” According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), St. Patrick’s Day is one of the deadliest times on our nation’s roads. In 2020, more than 11,000 people in the U.S. died in drunk-driving crashes. Alcohol is not the only substance that can cause impairment. Marijuana, prescription medications, and over-the-counter drugs may also impair. Do your research and understand how certain drugs may affect your ability to drive safely. Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.    |
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| Prepared by: | Sergeant Daniel Gonzales | ||||
| News Release Date: | March 14, 2023 | ||||
| Media Follow-Up Contact: | Sergeant Daniel Gonzales (805) 388-5132 [email protected] |
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| Approved by: |
Captain Jason B. Hendren |
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Address/Location
Ventura County Sheriff's Office
800 S Victoria Ave
Ventura, CA 93003
Contact
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