Crime & Safety
Sobriety Checkpoint in Eldersburg Yields Zero Arrests: Sheriff
Officers reported stopping 236 drivers at DUI checkpoint.
The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office reported there were no arrests for driving under the influence during a recent sobriety checkpoint in Eldersburg.
Officers stopped 236 drivers in the course of two hours in the Aug. 8 patrol, according to the report.
Law enforcement issued two civil citations for possession of marijuana and made no DUI arrests, the report said.
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Afterward, the agency sent this note of gratitude to citizens via Facebook:
“Carroll County law enforcement would like to thank the Eldersburg community for their cooperation while deputies, troopers and officers conducted a sobriety checkpoint on Liberty Road at Ridge Road.
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“Overwhelmingly, those that were contacted thanked law enforcement for conducting the checkpoint and appreciated our efforts.”
Pictured are Sheriff DeWees and Master Deputy Yox making contact with motorists. Photo Credit: Carroll County Sheriff’s Office.
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