LEXINGTON, Ky.—After a morning-long snowfall, police in Lexington are urging community members to err on the side of caution for St. Patrick’s Day festivities, as increased traffic, large crowds, and alcohol can cause serious safety risks.
Countless festivities mark St. Patrick’s Day, and although most of them concluded this weekend with parades, parties, and dancing, many people will still be out today to celebrate the holiday, and local police departments want to make sure you’re prioritizing safety along with fun.
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Lori Weaver Hawkins with AAA Blue Grass says AAA analysis of Kentucky State Police crash data shows that from 12 pm on Saturday, March 15, 2025, through 5:30 am on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, there were 35 vehicle crashes involving alcohol. There were no fatalities, but there were eight injuries plus property damage. Four of these crashes were hit-and-run incidents, one of which caused injury.
Not only were people out and about in downtown Lexington for the St. Patty’s holiday, but there has been a heavy increase in traffic with the KHSAA Sweet 16 help at Rupp Arena for both girls’ and boys’ basketball. With the increase in traffic and celebrating the holiday, the Lexington police department says they are increasing its presence with officers…