Halloween Traffic Crackdown Planned In Lorain County

AVON, OH — Between Friday and Halloween, Lorain County residents can expect to see a lot more sheriffs deputies manning the highways and byways.

The Lorain County Sheriff's office is planning a "high-visibility" traffic crackdown to end October. They'll specifically target impaired drivers during this two-week stretch.

"Halloween is a particularly deadly night due to drunk drivers, and not all victims are drunk drivers," said Lorain County Sheriff Phil Stammitti.

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Stammitti said he will direct his deputies to also crack down on speeding. He wants to protect drivers and every town's trick-or-treaters.

"Even though Halloween is on a Sunday this year, we're certain to see extra parties throughout the weekend, and every single partygoer should plan their sober ride home in advance," he said. "Even one drink can impair judgement."