LSP setting up DWI checkpoint in Bossier Parish | Crime

Louisiana State Police will set up a DWI Checkpoint from 9:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. on Thursday, September 13 somewhere in Bossier Parish. Their goal is to find impaired drivers and get them off the road before anyone gets hurt.

Last year, Troop G investigated 25 fatal crashes. Of those 25 crashes, 12 (48%) involved impaired drivers (alcohol and/or drugs).  Motorists are asked to remember to designate a sober driver before traveling to any place where alcohol will be consumed.  Drive sober or get pulled over.

To report impaired drivers, motorists are encouraged to dial *LSP (*577) from their cellular phone or to contact their local law enforcement agency.

Support for this checkpoint is provided by the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission.