Jamestown, ND – The Southeast Jamestown Regional DUI Task Force participated in the Regional DUI Task Force program in NorthDakota.

They made 6 driving under the influence arrests, 104 other significant arrests and made a total of 241enforcement contacts during the recent unified saturation patrol effort. This task force began on October 1, 2010 in order to take significant steps towards reducing alcohol-related crashes and fatalities across the state.

In the Southeast Jamestown Region, fifteen law enforcement agencies participated in the fourth quarter of this program.

By working together to create high visibility enforcement,early results show a positive impact on deterring motorists from drinking and driving.

During the fourth quarter enforcement period, which was conducted from August 17-September 3, 2012, there was one crash and one impaired driving fatality in the region.

These statistics emphasize the importance of enforcement and saturation patrols in protecting motorists on North Dakota’s roadways.

Eighty-three percent of all law enforcement agencies currently participate in the DUI Task Force across North Dakota. This program is intended to save lives by reducing alcohol-related fatalities and car crashes.

The Southeast Jamestown Regional DUI Task Force includes the following agencies: NDHP, Eddy, Foster, Griggs, Stutsman, Barnes, Logan, McIntosh, LaMoure Sheriff’s Departments, and Carrington, Jamestown, Valley City, LaMoure, Kulm, Oakes Police Departments.