Washington Had 180 Arrests and Bookings for Impaired Driving During 4th of July Weekend

Washington State Patrol were out in full force over the Independence weekend making sure our roads are safe. Between July 1 through July 5 they made about 180 bookings and arrests across Washington state.

These arrests from impaired driving isn't just under the influence of alcohol, but plays a major role.

Impaired driving is a primary cause in 46% of all traffic related deaths in Washington State in 2015. Impaired driving also includes drug positive drivers. In 2015, Washington State saw a 14% increase in Drug Positive Drivers fatality collisions, according to statistics from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission. In 2015, Washington State had 203 fatal collisions caused by Drug Positive Drivers compared to 178 in 2014.

via WSP

Washington State Patrol encourages you to dial 911 if you see someone driving erratically (their words). You may just save a life.

WSP is working on their Target Zero goal to reduce highway deaths to zero by 2030. You can help make this happen.