Maryland — From July 9 through July 12, Maryland State Police’s Impaired Driving Reduction Effort team arrested nine people suspected of driving under the influence. This specialized team, active since 2013, has now made over 5,000 DUI arrests across the state. During the same weekend, troopers stationed in all 23 Maryland State Police barracks responded to 10 crashes linked to suspected impaired driving. Four of these crashes involved more than one vehicle, highlighting the ongoing dangers impaired driving poses on Maryland’s roads. Maryland State Police remain committed throughout the year to partnering with other law enforcement agencies to combat unsafe driving habits. Their focus includes stopping aggressive, distracted, and impaired drivers before they cause harm. The department urges all drivers to choose safer alternatives when drinking or impaired. Options such as rideshare services, taxis, public transportation, or designated drivers are strongly recommended to protect everyone on the road.
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