With the last summer holiday approaching, Kentucky State Police in Madisonville urge motorists in Crittenden County and the remainder of the Post 1 area to drive safely while traveling to and from their destination. Motorists are reminded to pay attention while driving by putting down their cell phone or other device which can be a distraction.
Motorists are also reminded to wear a safety restraint and refrain from drinking and driving. There have been a total of 32 lives lost on Post 1 roadways this year. Seventeen individuals killed were not wearing a seatbelt.
During this Labor Day holiday period, troopers will be utilizing traffic safety checkpoints and speed enforcement details near high collision areas in an attempt to reduce injury and fatal collisions. There will be zero tolerance for drunk drivers and unrestrained occupants.
Kentucky State Police urge motorists to drive with their headlights on to increase visibility and to report suspected drunk drivers by calling 1-800-222-5555.
