20-06 Pre-Campaign 4th of July News Release
NEWS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: 6/10/2020
For Information, Contact:
Name: Officer Yager
Phone Number: 630-368-8734
Email: cyager@oak-brook.org
Oak Brook begins Fourth of July safety campaign to encourage safe
and sober driving
Oak Brook, IL – The Oak Brook Police announced plans for stepped-up July Fourth traffic enforcement
with a focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers. The safety campaign will run from June 15 through the
early-morning hours of July 6 to encompass three summer weekends leading up to and after
Independence Day.
“We’re asking all of our residents and visitors to celebrate Independence Day safely,” said Chief Kruger.
“It’s simple: If you’re driving, don’t drink, use marijuana or other drugs. Our officers will be working
around the clock to keep impaired drivers off the road and enforce all other traffic laws.”
The Oak Brook Police will join the Illinois State Police and more than 200 local police and sheriff’s
departments for the increased statewide enforcement effort.
Use these tips to help ensure a happy and safe holiday:
• Designate a sober driver and give them your keys before you go out.
• Don’t let friends or family members drive under the influence.
• If you are drunk or impaired by marijuana or other drugs, call a taxi, take mass transit,
use your favorite ride-sharing service, or call a sober friend or family member to get you
home safely.
• Promptly report drunk drivers to law enforcement by dialing 911.
• Make sure everyone in your vehicle wears their seat belt. It’s not only the law, but also
your best defense against an impaired driver.
The “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Click It or Ticket” programs are made possible by federal
traffic safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. The enforcement period
runs concurrently with a media campaign reminding motorists that impaired driving has “Life or Death”
consequences. Visit LifeOrDeathIllinois.com for more information.
###
JK Initialed by C.O.P
KY#70 20-06