Roadside Checks Planned For Romeoville

ROMEOVILLE, IL — Romeoville Police Chief Mark Turvey announced police will be carrying out roadside safety checks in the village on Friday, May 25, heading into Memorial Day weekend. Turvey said the checks are intended to promote the safety and well-being of the motoring public and serve as a deterrent to those who might violate laws pertaining to the safe operation of a vehicle.

Police will be checking for people who are driving with defective equipment, without a valid license or permit, without proof of insurance, without seat belts or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Checks will be conducted "at locations and during those hours which will provide the maximum opportunity for the detection and apprehension of motorists who drive under the influence of alcohol or other substances," police said in a press release.

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