Georgia State Patrol: Don't Drink and Drive
Eight people were killed last year in Georgia traffic crashes that occurred between Christmas and New Year's Day.
In 2011, eight people were killed in traffic crashes in Georgia between Christmas and New Years Day, and 401 people were arrested for driving under the influence. There is no question that the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year, from shopping for that perfect gift to attending countless celebrations with family, friends and co-workers. The New Year’s holiday period began Friday at 6 p.m. and ends Tuesday night, Jan. 1, 2013. Be safe while traveling to and from your holiday destinations. Georgia State Troopers will be patrolling throughout the upcoming holiday periods with enforcement emphasis on impaired drivers, unrestrained drivers and passengers, and drivers exceeding the speed limit, according to Colonel Mark …
