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FORT WAYNE – Indiana State Police troopers from the Fort Wayne Post will be conducting targeted patrols over the next few days, specifically to combat impaired and dangerous driving behavior.
The March 17th-20th timeframe for these patrols coincides with both St. Patrick’s Day and the NCAA Tournament festivities, a time of year known for excessive partying and impaired driving. Troopers will be out in full force in an effort to keep our Hoosier roadways safe and sober.
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Hoosiers that plan to partake in this weeks festivities are encouraged to party responsibly by having a plan in place to get home safely. Never driver impaired!
If you don’t plan accordingly and find yourself needing a ride home, the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) may have you covered.
Through a new pilot program, Sober Ride Indiana, $15 ride credits will be available for the first 10,000 Uber and Lyft rides (total) in select cities from March 12, to April 5, 2021 – chosen to discourage impaired driving, primarily around St. Patrick’s Day and the NCAA Tournament. Credits can only be redeemed between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m., which is when the highest number of impaired driving-related collisions occur.
Driver Sober, Or Get Pulled Over! Motorists are encouraged always encouraged to report unsafe or impaired driving behavior simply by calling 911 when safe to do so.