‘Plan ahead;’ Troopers warn against driving under the influence during the Super Bowl weekend

OHIO — The Ohio State Highway Patrol will be cracking down on impaired drivers during the Superbowl weekend.

During the 2023 Super Bowl, OSHP troopers made 48 OVI arrests from 6 a.m. Sunday to 6 a.m. Monday. During the 24 hours, one person died in a crash that was determined to be OVI-related. On top of that, 26 OVI-related crashes injured 15 people.

Troopers are asking you to do your part and remind your friends and family that ‘Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.’

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OSHP is reminding people to not drive while under the influence, and if you are hosting a Super Bowl party, make sure your guests have a safe way to and from their destination. They also remind people to not serve alcohol to anyone under 21 years of age.

“Plan ahead and designate a sober driver,” said Colonel Charles A. Jones, Patrol superintendent. “Troopers know all too well the dangers of driving intoxicated. The consequences can be deadly and life-changing.”

If you see dangerous driving on Ohio Roadways, you should call #677 to report it.

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