(Lincoln, NE) -- The Nebraska State Patrol removes dozens of impaired drivers from the road during the Thanksgiving weekend.
The NSP says this past weekend marked one of the busiest travel times of the year and coincided with the national Click it or Ticket campaign, which put more troopers on high visibility patrols. “The roads were full of travelers this weekend and our troopers were busy keeping Nebraskans and our visitors safe,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “As the holiday season gets into full swing, keep in mind that winter weather is possible for the next few months. Plan ahead to drive safely for every trip.”
In addition to the 26 drivers arrested for driving under the influence, troopers also issued citations for speeding (447), including 21 citations for over 100 miles per hour, and citations for open alcohol container (14), driving under suspension (21), no proof of insurance (22), minor in possession of alcohol (8), no seat belt (7), and improper child restraint (9).