In The News 31 December 2024

OSHP releases Christmas holiday report

COLUMBUS – According to provisional statistics, two people were killed in two fatal crashes on Ohio roadways this Christmas holiday. 

Of the two people killed, one was not wearing a safety belt. The two-day Christmas reporting period began Tuesday, Dec. 23 at midnight and ran through 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 25.

During the reporting period, troopers arrested 44 people for operating a vehicle while impaired and 11 for illegal drugs. Troopers also issued citations for 84 safety belt and 31 distracted driving violations. Additionally, troopers assisted 434 motorists on Ohio roadways.

During last year’s four-day Christmas holiday reporting period, from Dec. 22 to 25, there were 12 people killed in motor vehicle crashes on Ohio roads.

The public is encouraged to continue using #677 to report dangerous or impaired drivers, as well as drug activity. 

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