EFFINGHAM, Ill. - The Labor Day weekend signifies the end of the summer and the last chance for people to get out and enjoy the warm weather.
This holiday weekend is a busy driving period and millions of motorists are expected to hit the roadways nationwide. Illinois State Police (ISP) District 12 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, is reminding motorists to make safety their number one priority while driving during the Labor Day weekend.
The "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign will continue through the Labor Day period. Emphasis will be placed on DUI offenses and removing drivers from the roadways who are operating impaired.
"Focus on the driving task at hand and arrive alive to your Labor Day destinations," said Captain Ristvedt. "Please drive alert and look for other motorists along the side of the roadway. Move over to show the courtesy you'd wish for others to extend to your family while enjoying the unofficial end of summer weekend," he added.