Crime & Safety

DUI Arrests Made During Halloween Saturation Patrols

San Mateo County law enforcement officials stopped and screened a total of 77 drivers.

By Bay City News Service

A driver was arrested during DUI saturation patrols this week in San Mateo County, according to Burlingame police.

Between the hours of 6 p.m. and 2 a.m. on Monday through Thursday, San Mateo County law enforcement officials stopped and screened a total of 77 drivers.

One driver was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and a second driver was arrested for other criminal activity, police said.

Five drivers were also cited for operating a vehicle unlicensed or while suspended or revoked, police said.

DUI saturation patrols have been shown to lower DUI deaths and injuries, according to police.

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