The Brief
- Houston officials are enforcing zero tolerance for impaired driving over the Fourth of July weekend, with increased police patrols.
- Last year’s 54 DUI arrests are driving a push for zero this year, as leaders from HPD, the District Attorney’s Office, and advocacy groups stress both legal and emotional consequences.
- Victims and families urge responsibility and encourage the use of sober drivers or discounted rideshare options.
HOUSTON – With Fourth of July celebrations ramping up across the city, Houston officials are urging the public to stay off the roads if impaired, emphasizing that law enforcement will be out in full force over the holiday weekend.
What they’re saying:
“Just don’t drink and drive. It’s just not worth it,” Houston Mayor John Whitmire said during a Thursday press conference alongside law enforcement agencies, the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, and traffic safety advocates.…