Cookeville Police Performing Extra Patrols During Super Bowl
The Cookeville Police Department will partner with The Tennessee Highway Safety Office to perform saturation patrols throughout the Super Bowl. Lieutenant Anthony Leonard said extra officers will be on the streets watching closely for drivers showing any signs that they are impaired. He said drunk driving is common year-round, but can be particularly common around […]
Long Holiday Weekend Brings Emphasized Warnings Against Drunk Driving
Drunk driving is even more of a concern this year with New Year’s celebrations expected to occur on Friday, Saturday, and even Sunday nights. McMinnville Police Department’s Mark Mara said that in order to keep everyone safe, it’s important to plan ahead with your celebrations. “It’s discouraging because it doesn’t matter if they’re caught by […]
Law Enforcement Increasing Presence To Prevent Halloween Drunk Driving This Weekend
Law enforcement officials expecting an increase in drunk drivers on Halloween weekend. McMinnville Officer Mark Mara said many times people don’t realize how inebriated they are when they leave their locations after drinking. He said not only can this have legal consequences, but sometimes something more serious. “A couple of years ago we actually had […]
