Motorists taking to the roads throughout the Coachella Valley during the Fourth of July holiday period were reminded Wednesday to obey all traffic laws and to drive safe and sober for the benefit of everyone using public rights-of-way.
Deputies from Riverside County Sheriff’s Department stations serving Coachella, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, Thousand Palms, Thermal and other locations will be actively conducting anti-DUI operations through Sunday, cracking down on anyone who risks driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
“We want everyone to enjoy the Fourth of July, but we also want them to make it home safely,” sheriff’s Deputy Thomas Somers said. “Being responsible behind the wheel protects not only you, but everyone on the road.”…