21-07 4th of July Pre-Campaign
NEWS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: 6/23/2021
For Information, Contact:
Name: Officer K. Yager
Phone Number: 630-368-8734
Email: cyager@oak-brook.org
Oak Brook kicks off Independence Day campaign for safe
and sober driving
Oak Brook, IL – The Oak Brook Police Department announced its plans for July Fourth traffic
enforcement with a focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers. The safety campaign will run June 17
through July 6 to encompass three weekends leading up to and following the Independence Day holiday,
one of the deadliest times on Illinois roads.
“We want all our residents and visitors to have an enjoyable and safe holiday,” said
Chief Kruger. “Remember – if you’re going to drink or use other impairing substances, don’t drive. We
will be stepping up patrols to keep impaired drivers off the roads and ensure everyone makes it home
from their celebrations.”
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.
To keep your 4th of July celebrations safe, plan ahead by designating a sober driver, not driving distracted
and always wearing your seat belt. Other important tips include:
• Give your designated driver your keys before you go out.
• If you are drunk or impaired by marijuana or other drugs, call a taxi, take mass transit, or
call a family member to get you home safely.
• If you see a drunk driver, pull over safely and call 911.
The “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Click It or Ticket” campaign is funded by federal traffic
safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. The campaign runs concurrently
with a media campaign reminding motorists that impaired driving has “Life or Death” consequences.
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