The Brief
- Montgomery County police will increase patrols ahead of New Year’s Eve celebrations.
- DUI enforcement is a major focus, with more than 140 drunk driving arrests since Thanksgiving.
- Police say they are also monitoring fireworks violations and potential security threats.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. – Montgomery County police say they will have extra officers on the roads and in communities ahead of New Year’s Eve, with a focus on stopping drunk drivers and keeping celebrations safe.
What we know:
Police officials say increased enforcement is already producing results. Since Thanksgiving, Montgomery County officers have made 140 DUI arrests, including 24 arrests in the past week alone, according to the department.…