Sheriff's Office Increases Patrols Ahead Of Fourth Of July

WHEATON, IL — The DuPage County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) is reminding drivers to follow seatbelt laws and stay sober as the Fourth of July holiday approaches. To help ensure drivers are observing traffic rules, DCSO will increase patrols starting June 20.

“We’re asking all of our residents and visitors to celebrate Independence Day safely,” DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick said in a statement.“It’s simple: If you’re driving, don’t drink or use cannabis or other impairing substances. Our officers will be working diligently to keep impaired drivers off the road and ensure everyone is buckled up.”

DCSO recommends taking the following measures for traffic safety.

• Designate a sober driver and give them your keys
• Use public transit or call a rideshare service if using alcohol or drugs
• Report impaired drivers by calling 911
• Be sure everyone inside the vehicle is wearing their seatbelt properly

Part of the statewide "Click It or Ticket" and "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" safety campaigns, DCSO's Fourth of July traffic safety initiative will last through July 7.