Crime & Safety

State Police Hold Sobriety Checkpoint in Worcester County

The checkpoint will be held this weekend on a public road in Worcester County.

GRAFTON, MA — Massachusetts State Police will set up a Sobriety Checkpoint on a public way in Worcester County.

The checkpoint will be held Friday, May 13, into Saturday, May 14.

The purpose is to further educate the motoring public and strengthen the public’s awareness to the need of detecting and removing those motorists who operate under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs from our roadways. It will be operated during varied hours, the selection of vehicles will not be arbitrary, safety will be assured, and any inconveniences to motorists will be minimized with advance notice to reduce fear and anxiety.

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