Maryland State Police are increasing enforcement efforts across the state to prevent aggressive, distracted, and impaired driving during Super Bowl weekend. Troopers from all 23 barracks, including the specialized State Police Impaired Driving Reduction Effort (SPIDRE) team, will be conducting saturation patrols on roadways with a history of impaired-driving crashes. The initiative is supported by funding from the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office.
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The enforcement effort will be widespread, covering multiple regions. In the Eastern Region, troopers from barracks in Berlin, Centreville, Easton, Princess Anne, and Salisbury will patrol major routes including 301, 50, 90, 859, 13, and 413. Central Region troopers from College Park, Forestville, Golden Ring, Rockville, Waterloo, and Westminster will conduct high-visibility patrols on interstates 495 and 270, as well as routes 50, 5, and 301. In the Western Region, enforcement efforts from Cumberland, Frederick, Hagerstown, and McHenry barracks will focus on DUI prevention along interstates 70 and 81 and Route 40. The Northern Region, which includes Bel Air, JFK Memorial Highway, and North East barracks, will increase patrols in areas known for DUI-related incidents. Meanwhile, the Southern Region will see enhanced monitoring along routes 5, 235, 50, 295, and Interstate 97 by troopers from Annapolis, Glen Burnie, La Plata, Leonardtown, and Prince Frederick barracks.
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During last year’s Super Bowl weekend, state troopers made 81 DUI arrests and issued more than 5,700 citations and warnings. They also responded to 40 crashes. In an effort to reduce similar incidents this year, authorities are emphasizing safety precautions. Drivers are encouraged to plan ahead by designating a sober driver, using public transportation, or relying on a ride-share service if they plan on consuming alcohol. The police also urge individuals to avoid texting while driving, remain alert on the road, and move over or slow down for any vehicles displaying warning signals. If an impaired driver is suspected, the public is advised to call 911.
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