CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — Labor Day marks the unofficial finish of summer season, and many people have fun with household and pals. But it surely’s additionally one of many deadliest occasions on the street.
“Once you’re caught by the police and getting arrested, that might be the best-case state of affairs. Actually, I can’t even inform you what number of occasions I’ve seen DUI crashes, DUI fatalities, it’s not value it,” mentioned Corporal B.A. Lowe, West Virginia State Police.
Drunk driving can price you hundreds of {dollars} in penalties and authorized charges. It might probably additionally trigger accidents and deaths.
“Don’t get behind the wheel of a car, if you happen to do get behind the wheel, assume twice earlier than driving,” mentioned Patrolman Jerome Owens, Charleston Police Division.
Police say you’ll be able to keep away from issues by merely not consuming and driving and discover a secure trip dwelling.
“We’ve choices round right here so far as Uber, Lyft, pals, household, discover a trip,” mentioned Lowe.
State and native legislation enforcement say you need to be ready to cease at a DUI checkpoint this weekend, and additional officers will probably be patrolling. In case you are driving sober this weekend, some indicators of impaired driving to look out for embody:
“It may be extreme pace to gradual pace, modifications in rushing up, slowing down considerably, failing to keep up their lanes, crossing the strains, weaving, drifting, braking instantly for no motive,” mentioned Lowe.
Whether or not you intend on consuming or not, police inform you to consider your self or a cherished one’s security first earlier than you get behind the wheel.
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