LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska State Troopers arrested 80 impaired drivers during the final weeks of the summer travel season. The traffic stops were part of the nationwide Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign.
The enforcement effort ran from Aug. 16 through Sept. 1, with troopers working overtime to target impaired and dangerous driving behaviors.
“The last few weeks have been filled with high-traffic events across Nebraska, and more are on the way,” said Col. Bryan Waugh, superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “Our troopers remained busy across the state during the final weeks of the summer travel season as well.”
In addition to DUI arrests, troopers issued 1,825 speeding citations and stopped 90 drivers for traveling faster than 100 mph. Other violations included open alcohol container (51), no seat belt (48), improper child restraint (20), minor in possession of alcohol (26), driving under suspension (100), and failure to move over (12).
Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, troopers arrested more than 400 drivers for DUI, stopped 373 drivers exceeding 100 mph and assisted more than 3,500 motorists.
“No matter the season, our troopers remain committed to keeping Nebraska roadways safe,” Waugh said. “We need that same dedication from Nebraska motorists as well.”