Oak Lawn Cops Ramp Up Patrols For Drunk or High Super Bowl Revelers

OAK LAWN, IL – Super Bowl weekend is here, and the Oak Lawn Police Department is reminding football fans and Super Bowl partygoers that designated drivers are the best defense against the dangers of impaired driving.

If your Super Bowl celebration involves alcohol or cannabis, plan for a ride home with a sober driver. If you’re hosting the party, take care of the designated drivers. Fans don’t let fans drive drunk.

“Everyone wants to have a good time on Super Bowl Sunday, so we want our community residents and guests to plan for safe rides home,” said Sgt.Nick Kumke, of the Oak Lawn Police Department. “Even one drink or hit can impair judgment. You should never put yourself, or others, at risk because you made the choice to drive impaired.”

Walking impaired can also be dangerous, so designate a sober friend to walk home with you. Oak Lawn police will also be watching for seat belt scofflaws and speeders. If you’re taking a taxi or ride-share, don’t forget to tip the driver.

Cook County Sheriff’s Police and other nearby police departments will also be looking for drunk and high drivers on “Big Game Sunday.”

The Illinois “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign is administered and funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation with federal highway safety funds managed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.