Crime & Safety

Police Crackdown Yields 7 DWI Arrests

During 'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' initiative in Hopatcong.

Seven motorists were charged with driving while intoxicated during a month-long drunk-driving crackdown in Hopatcong.

Borough increased patrols with a $5,000 state "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" grant from Dec. 5 to Jan. 2. The program was "designed to raise awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving through high-visibility enforcement and public education," then-Police Chief said

Here's a breakdown of the summonses issued by category.

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Seat belt 4 Child restraint 1 Speeding 20 DWI
7
Felony arrests
2
Stolen vehicles
0
Fugitives apprehended
30
Drug arrests
5
Suspended license 9
Uninsured driver 10
Reckless driver 7
Other summonses (moving and non-moving) 100


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