Beginning around December 26, and continuing through January 2nd, the Parsons Police Department will join many other law enforcement agencies across the state, including the Kansas Highway Patrol, in the *Taking Down DUI traffic enforcement campaign. 

In comparison with other holidays, the New Year's Holiday period outranks most of the other holidays in number of crashes in which at least one of the drivers is impaired by alcohol and/or other drugs.  If you've had anything to drink, do not drive, don't get behind the wheel. Call a cab, call a friend, use ride-share, whatever you do, do not drive while under the influence of alcohol. Have a sober ride lined up BEFORE you go out.

Remember, these crashes do not just affect the impaired driver- these crashes involve others that share the vehicle and road with us -passengers, other motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians. Impaired driving crashes are completely preventable. These crashes and arrests affect your family.

A DUI will change your life forever. DUIs can wreak havoc on your life and bank account.

According to Parsons Police Chief Robert Spinks, "Keep in mind that if you are going to be using ANY impairing substance- don't even consider driving.  Line up a ride with a sober acquaintance or other safe transportation BEFORE you go out. On the drive to zero, you are in the driver's seat." 

The Parsons Police Department wants to remind each citizen that if you see suspected impaired driving, please call us. 'See It, Hear It, Report It' is for every type of crime, especially DUI. We want the safest possible holiday season in our community. You can always call us at (620) 421-7060 or 911 in case of an emergency. Don't be afraid to report drunk or impaired driving. The life you save may be yours.

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