LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTVE/KARD) — According to Officials with the Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is partnering with state and local law enforcement to discourage drunk driving and prevent tragedies during the Fourth of July holiday. Arkansas State Police say, “The message is clear: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.”
Each year, the days around and including the Fourth of July holiday rank among the deadliest periods on the nation’s roadways. Studies show that in 2024 alone, there were 579 people killed in traffic crashes during the Fourth of July holiday period. Thirty-eight percent (654) of those drivers were drunk.
“We want to make it clear that on this Fourth of July holiday, we will have a zero-tolerance policy for drinking and driving,” said Arkansas Public Safety Secretary Colonel Mike Hagar. “Driving under the influence is a violation of the law and a reckless act that puts the lives of drivers, their passengers, and others on the road at extreme risk. We urge everyone to keep road safety in mind as they prepare for their celebrations. Make responsible choices to help us ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday for all.”…