The Elmhurst Police Department has been awarded a grant by the Illinois
Department of Transportation (IDOT). The goal of this grant is to reduce
fatal and serious injury crashes with additional enforcement of DUI and
seatbelt laws.

The first campaign of this grant will begin on Friday, October 28th, 2016 and
continue through November 2nd. This grant allows extra officers to be on
patrol looking for impaired drivers and seatbelt violations. The majority of
this extra enforcement will take place during the overnight hours, which is
the most dangerous time to be on the roadway.

Motorists are encouraged to drive safely and to always buckle up. If they
are planning on drinking during any Halloween activities, they should make
alternate driving arrangements. People are also encouraged to contact
police if they see a vehicle that appears to be driven by an intoxicated
driver.