36 Suspected DUI Drivers Arrested In Livermore: Police

LIVERMORE, CA — More than 35 drivers suspected of driving while impaired were arrested in Livermore last month, police officials said. Police conducted roving patrols throughout the holiday season and held a DUI and license checkpoint on December 9. More than 1200 cars were screened and one person was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence during the checkpoint, according to Livermore police.

Dublin Police Services officers screened 1200 vehicles during their checkpoint on Dec. 22. No arrests were made, according to police.

The Alameda County Sheriff’s Office stepped up DUI enforcement efforts and arrested 174 drivers suspected of driving under the influence during the holiday season. The campaign was held countywide between Dec. 15 through Jan. 1 and was dedicated to fallen California Highway Patrol Andrew Camilleri who was fatally struck while on duty in Hayward on Christmas eve by a suspected drunk driver.

Police officials said the checkpoints and roving patrols were conducted in an effort to reduce the number of alcohol-related collisions, deaths and injuries in the East Bay.

Officials warn that impaired driving also includes prescription drugs and marijuana. Drivers are encouraged to always designate a driver, use alternative methods of transportation to get home and download the Designated Driver VIP, or DDVIP, a free mobile app for Android or iPhone. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reminds everyone to report suspected drunken driving by calling 911.

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