Roadside Safety Check Scheduled Saturday in Bridgeview

Cook County Sheriff’s Police are planning a roadside safety checkpoint Saturday night through early Sunday morning in Bridgeview.

At the checkpoint, officers will ensure drivers are complying with Illinois driver’s license and registration requirements. Officers will also be checking drivers for signs of impaired driving and seatbelt use.

Sheriff’s police will be promoting roadway safety and encouraging seat belt usage to help reduce the number of car crashes in Cook County.

The checkpoint is being funded through a grant from the Illinois Department of Transportation.

The checkpoint location in Bridgeview is not being announced. If you’re in the area, stay off your cell phone and don’t drink and drive.