State Police Issue Hundreds Of Tickets Over Memorial Day Weekend

LONG ISLAND, NY — A driving violation crackdown over Memorial Day weekend resulted in hundreds of tickets being issued across Long Island by New York State Police.

The stepped-up enforcement period began on May 28 and went through June 1. Statewide, police issued more than 9,200 tickets.

"Driving while impaired is reckless and irresponsible behavior and it will not be tolerated in this state — period," Gov. Andrew Cuomo said. "New Yorkers need to make responsible choices and drive sober or get a ride when you're unable to safely get behind the wheel. Failing to do so will result in real consequences or needless and avoidable tragedies."

State police set up sobriety checkpoints, had increased DWI patrols and also issued more tickets to distracted drivers.

On Long Island, state troopers arrested 9 people for DWI and issued 141 speeding tickets, 15 distracted driving tickets, 32 seatbelt violations and 6 move-over violations. All told, the state troopers issued 532 tickets over the period, including other offenses.

"While we have made strides to reduce impaired driving, these results are proof that far too many people are still making the wrong decision and getting behind the wheel after drinking alcohol or using drugs," said Acting STate Police Superintendent Kevin P. Bruen. "We have no tolerance for this behavior, and our troopers will remain vigilant to remove these reckless individuals from our roadways."