DUI Wolf Pack Planned For Saturday Night

BRADENTON, FL — A DUI wolf pack operation is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26 across Manatee County. The operation will focus on Interstate 75 and major state and county roadways, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

"The Florida Highway Patrol organizes such details to proactively remove impaired drivers from the roadways and ultimately enhance the safety of the motoring public," explained Lt. Gregory S. Bueno of the agency on Friday.

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"Troopers conducting the detail will be mobile while monitoring traffic to maximize their visibility and effectiveness in removing impaired drivers from the roadways," Bueno said.

The wolfpack operation is scheduled to end at 5 a.m. Sunday.

"Driving impaired from alcohol or drugs put everyone on the roadways in danger," Bueno added. "Florida law considers a driver with .08 or higher Blood Alcohol Content to be impaired. Drivers under the age of 21 with a BAC of .02 or higher are also in violation of Florida law."

To report an aggressive driver or someone who may be driving under the influence, dial *FHP (*347) from any cell phone to reach the Florida Highway Patrol. You can also call FHP if you require roadside assistance.

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