Asheville police’s ‘Halloween Booze It & Lose It’ results in 563 arrests and citations

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — This year’s “Halloween Booze It & Lose It” ended on Sunday, Nov. 2, with 563 arrests and citations, including seven arrests for driving while impaired (DWI), the Asheville Police Department announced.

According to a press release, APD increased patrols and enforcement efforts across the City of Asheville, with the following results:

  • Speeding citations: 91
  • Felony arrests: seven
  • Individuals apprehended with outstanding warrants: 13
  • Stolen vehicles recovered: two

APD adds that there were no motorist or pedestrian deaths during the campaign…

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