Kentucky State Police Post 2 Joins National Effort to Combat Impaired Driving This Holiday Season

MADISONVILLE, Ky. (December 11,2025)- As the holiday travel season begins throughout the commonwealth, the Kentucky State Police (KSP) will take part in the nationwide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” enforcement campaign from Wednesday, December 10, through Thursday, January 1. The initiative focuses on reducing impaired driving crashes and keeping roadways safe during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.

While December is known for celebrations and family traditions, it is also a month that historically sees a sharp rise in impaired-driving incidents. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates that December drunk-driving fatalities have reached their highest levels in nearly 15 years. One person is killed, on average, about every 42 minutes in a drunk-driving crash in our country, totaling more than 12,000 lives lost each year. KSP reminds the public that impaired driving is entirely preventable and that no holiday gathering should end in tragedy.

KSP asks all motorists to take simple steps that can save lives:

· Plan Ahead: If alcohol or any impairing substance is part of your celebration, arrange a sober ride before you leave home.

· Use Safe Transportation: Rideshare services, taxis, and public transit are reliable alternatives to driving impaired.

· Report Impaired Drivers: If you encounter a vehicle being operated dangerously, pull over safely and contact 911 or your nearest KSP Post.

· Wear Your Seatbelt: Seatbelts save lives, reduce injuries, and provide essential protection against impaired drivers.

For more information about impaired driving statistics, prevention strategies, and national safety initiatives, visit the NHTSA website.

KSP remains committed to promoting public safety through service, integrity, and professionalism. The agency works with community partners to deter crime, educate motorists, and protect the rights and safety of all Kentuckians. For more information about KSP’s core values, click here.

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