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Wednesday August 14th, 2024 :: 01:53 p.m. PDT

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The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office Reminds Drivers to Keep the Final Days of Summer Fun, Not Fatal

Nature of Incident: The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office Reminds Drivers to
Keep the Final Days of Summer Fun, Not Fatal
   
Location: County of Ventura
Date & Time: August 2024
Unit(s) Responsible: Ventura County Sheriff’s Office
 

 

  
     
Narrative:
County of Ventura, California. — As the end of summer approaches and families prepare for Labor Day celebrations, The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office reminds everyone to prioritize safety on the roads. Drivers are encouraged to make responsible choices behind the wheel by never driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
“We want everyone to enjoy their end of Summer travels and Labor Day festivities, but it’s imperative to do so responsibly,” Captain Cameron Henderson of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office said. “Driving under the influence not only puts your life at risk but also endangers everyone else on the road. Our goal is to reduce preventable crashes and save lives.”

Ventura County Sheriff’s Office offers the following tips to Go Safely:
  • Plan Ahead: If you know you’ll be drinking, arrange for a designated driver, use a ride-sharing service, taxi or public transportation.
  • Buckle Up: Wearing a seatbelt is one of the simplest ways to protect yourself in the event of a crash.
  • Stay Alert: Avoid distractions such as texting or eating while driving. Keep your focus on the road.
  • Follow Speed Limits: Speeding reduces your reaction time and increases the severity of crashes.
  • Watch for Pedestrians and Bicyclists: With more people enjoying outdoor activities, be extra vigilant and share the road responsibly.
  • Take Breaks: If you’re traveling long distances, take regular breaks to rest and avoid fatigue.
To help keep our community safe, The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office will have additional officers on patrol Aug. 16 through Labor Day (Sept. 2) looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. The additional efforts to prevent impaired driving are part of a national enforcement campaign, Driver Sober or Get Pulled Over.
 
In addition to patrols, The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office will hold a DUI Checkpoint on August 23 from 6:00 p.m to 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city of Camarillo.
 
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 13,524 people were killed in drunk-driving crashes in 2022 — that’s one person every 39 minutes.
 
While drunk driving is a significant traffic safety problem, driving while impaired is not just from alcohol. Prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications and cannabis products may also impair. If you plan on drinking or taking medications with a driving warning label, let someone who is sober drive. If you see someone who appears to be driving while impaired, call 9-1-1.
 
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: August 14, 2024
 		  
Media Follow-Up Contact: Sergeant Daniel Gonzales
 
[email protected]
(805) 388-5100
 		  
Approved by:
 
 
 		 Captain Jason B. Hendren
 
 		  

Address/Location
Ventura County Sheriff's Office
800 S Victoria Ave
Ventura, CA 93003

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Non-emergencies: 805-654-9511

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