Remember, Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk

In an effort to keep our roadways safe this Super Bowl Sunday, troopers will be cracking down on impaired drivers. Do your part in promoting roadway safety by reminding friends and family that Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.

Last year’s Super Bowl reporting period was the deadliest in five years. From 6 a.m. Sunday, February 11 to 6 a.m. Monday, February 12, there were four fatal crashes on Ohio roadways, killing four people. Additionally, there were 126 crash-related injuries in that same timeframe. Of those injuries, 10 were OVI-related, resulting in troopers making 25 OVI arrests.

“Safe driving is a shared responsibility, and it begins with making smart choices,” said Colonel Charles A. Jones, Patrol superintendent. “Plan ahead, designate a sober driver and do your part to prevent the devastating consequences of impaired driving.”

If you host a Super Bowl party, make sure your guests have a safe and sober way to and from their destination, and do not serve alcohol to anyone under 21 years of age.

The public is encouraged to safely call #677 if you see dangerous driving on Ohio roadways.