In an effort to curb drunk driving in Santa Rosa, a recent DUI checkpoint has resulted in multiple citations and an arrest. The Santa Rosa Police Department's operation which took place on Morgan Street and 5th Street from 8 p.m. to midnight on Friday, apprehended one driver for DUI, among other violations.

The crackdown on intoxicated drivers encountered a total of 523 vehicles, where 19 unlicensed drivers were cited, and 4 more were reprimanded for operating their vehicles on a suspended or revoked license. In a striking effort to ensure public safety, 15 drivers were evaluated for operating under the influence, the police confirmed.

According to the Santa Rosa Police Department, DUI checkpoints like the one conducted are based on the location's history with impaired driving-related crashes. The ultimate goal of these interventions, as stated, is to promote safety and remove potentially dangerous drivers from the roads before any harm can occur.

The thorough inspection also led to the apprehension of one individual on a misdemeanor warrant. This reflects the department's broader commitment to law enforcement beyond the immediate aim of addressing DUI offenses. The funding for the department's endeavor was sourced from a grant provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

For those seeking more information, Sgt. Joshua Medeiros of the Santa Rosa Police Department has been listed as the media contact. He can be reached at (707)543-3636 or via email at [email protected]. Further details on the checkpoint's results are available online, as reported the day after the operation.