20231115 23.06 Pre-Campaign ThanksgivingFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 11/15/2023
Contact: Ofc. K. Yager #70
Oak Brook to motorists: Celebrating Thanksgiving?
Buckle up and drive sober
Oak Brook, IL – This Thanksgiving, the Oak Brook Police Department is joining the Illinois
State Police and local law enforcement to ensure holiday travelers are buckled up and driving
sober with a “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” enforcement campaign
that runs Nov. 17-27.
“Thanksgiving means more vehicles on the road – and an increased risk of crashes,” said Deputy
Chief Reid Foltyniewicz. “No matter how long or short your drive, remember to buckle up and
make sure children are in a safe seat. By buckling up and making a plan for a sober ride home,
you help everyone have a safe and happy holiday.”
The goal of this high-visibility effort is to reduce motor vehicle crashes, injuries and fatalities.
Proper seat-belt use is the most effective way to protect vehicle occupants. According to IDOT,
the statewide seat-belt usage rate has room for improvement at 92.9%.
If you’ll be celebrating with alcohol or other impairing substances, please remember:
• Plan for a sober ride home before you go out.
• Call a taxi, take mass transit or ask a family member to get you home safely.
• Use your favorite ride-share service, such as Uber or Lyft, or take public
transportation.
• If you see a drunk driver, pull over safely and call 911.
• Make sure everyone in your vehicle wears their seat belt. It is the best defense
against an impaired driver.
The Thanksgiving enforcement effort is made possible by federal traffic safety funds
administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation.
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Approved by: RF-DC
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