CPD conducting safety checkpoints for holiday weekend

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) — Motorists will see a heavy police presence on the roadways this Labor Day weekend. Columbia Police Department officials say there is an effort to keep drivers safe through public safety checkpoints. In conjunction with the South Carolina Highway Patrol‘s Sober or Slammer Campaign, CPD‘s Traffic Safety Unit will enhance patrols and DUI/seatbelt enforcement near entertainment districts and heavily traveled areas in Columbia officials say. Officials say the locations were selected based on traffic violations that have occurred including DUI and speeding incidents, and in an effort to reduce traffic collisions. Every vehicle that enters a checkpoint will be stopped. Officers will check drivers for: Valid driver‘s license; Possible Impairment; Seatbelt Use; Proper child restraints (when applicable) and any other violations of law that may be observed. Motorists are asked to follow these safety tips: Obey the rules of the road; Wear your seatbelt; Do not speed; Stay alert; Do not text and drive and Find a designated driver if you are planning to consume alcohol Drivers are encouraged to call 911 if they suspect that a driver is impaired or reckless. Photo courtesy of CPD