OVI checkpoint announced for Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (WDTN) - The Clark County OVI Task Force will conduct a sobriety checkpoint to deter, and intercept drunk drivers on Friday December 16, 2011. The location will be the 1200 Block of West First St. in Springfield, beginning at 8:30 p.m.

In addition to enforcement efforts the OVI Task force and the Clark County Safe Communities Coalition will be at the Upper Valley Mall Saturday December 17th from 1 p.m to 7 p.m... During this time, activities will center on texting, and Drinking and Driving during the holiday season.

• Happy New Year’s? Thanks to Drinking and Driving almost 200 people won’t live to see the 1st day of the year.
• 37% of fatals during the Christmas Holiday that occur involve alcohol impairment crashes.
• America has more Drunk Drivers than most countries have people.
• Drunk Driving cost each adult $500.00 per year.