Full Notification

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                         
May 1^st, 2024
Jason Zickuhr – Traffic Unit Sergeant
[email protected]
(805) 928-3781 x 1340
 
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Responsibly
 
Santa Maria, Calif. – The Santa Maria Police Department encourages the public to celebrate Cinco de Mayo responsibly by planning ahead and designating a sober driver.
 
From May 3^rd through the 5th, the Santa Maria Police Department will have additional officers on patrol from 5pm to 3am looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
 
“Don’t put yourself and others on the road at risk by driving impaired,” Sergeant Jason Zickuhr said. “If you’re planning to celebrate with a drink or two, leave your keys at home and designate a sober driver.”
 
The Santa Maria Police Department wants to warn the community that alcohol is not the only substance that can cause impairment. Marijuana, prescription medications or over-the-counter drugs may also impair. Do your research and understand how certain drugs may affect your driving ability.
 
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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