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Published on December 25, 2024
Rocklin Police Nab Three DUI Suspects at Checkpoint; Collaborate with Roseville and Lincoln PD for Safer StreetsSource: Google Street View

In a recent social media post, the Rocklin Police Department reported the results of a DUI checkpoint conducted last Friday. During the operation, three people were apprehended for driving under the influence on Pacific St near Ruhkala Rd. The checkpoint, which ran from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., led to two additional citations for driving with a suspended or revoked license.

The checkpoint saw 869 vehicles stopped and screened for signs of impairment. According to the Rocklin Police Department, the location was chosen based on where there was a history of impaired driving-related crashes. This initiative is part of a broader attempt to increase public safety by removing potentially dangerous drivers from the road before mishaps occur.

Rocklin's police efforts were not solitary; the Roseville PD and Lincoln PD joined them. These departments leveraged funding provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety, which in turn was sourced through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Special recognition was given to the assisting departments in Rocklin's announcement.

The California Office of Traffic Safety grant disbursed the necessary funds for the checkpoint, allowing law enforcement agencies to execute the DUI screening. The grant from the Office of Traffic Safety is part of a nationwide campaign coordinated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to combat drug—and alcohol-impaired driving.