Indiana State Police launch ‘Safe Family Travel Campaign’ in anticipation of Thanksgiving

(WNDU) – Don’t be surprised if you see more police on the roads this Thanksgiving holiday.

It’s all part of ISP’s “Safe Family Travel Campaign.” It kicks off on Saturday in anticipation of families celebrating Turkey Day early.

Indiana State Police launch this campaign every holiday season to encourage safe driving practices. It helps keep an eye out for the all-too-common drinking and driving that happens on Thanksgiving Eve, or “Blackout Wednesday.”

“Drunk driving crashes, drunk driving arrests, I always like to say those are 100% preventable because all it takes is you making the smart choice of not getting behind the wheel if you’ve been drinking,” said Indiana State Police Sgt. Ted Bohner.

If you are planning on drinking, make sure you have a designated driver or use rideshare to make sure you and everyone else on the road stays safe this holiday season.

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