State of Delaware Department of Department of Safety & Homeland Security
07/15/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/15/2026 06:51
OHS Releases DUI Checkpoint Results, Reinforces Ongoing Efforts to Reduce Impaired Driving
DOVER, Del. (July 15, 2026) - The Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS) in partnership with the Delaware State police and local law enforcement agencies across the state, conducted a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Checkpoint on Friday, July 10, 2026, in Sussex County.
A total of 983 vehicles passed through the checkpoint, resulting in four DUI arrests.
While law enforcement remains committed to identifying and removing impaired drivers from Delaware roadways, the checkpoint results also reflect the importance of education, enforcement, and personal responsibility. More Delawareans are planning ahead by choosing designated drivers, using ride-share services, or making other arrangements to get home safely after consuming alcohol.
Ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, OHS partnered with Grotto Pizza to remind Delawareans of the importance of planning a sober ride before celebrating. The Alive in DE campaign encouraged motorists to make responsible choices and never get behind the wheel while impaired.
Watch the campaign video here.
The Delaware Office of Highway Safety thanks the Delaware State Police and participating local law enforcement agencies for their continued commitment to impaired driving enforcement. Through education, outreach, and high-visibility enforcement, OHS remains dedicated to reducing impaired driving and improving safety for everyone traveling Delaware's roadways.
For more information on impaired driving prevention and traffic safety initiatives, visit https://www.arrivealivede.com/drive-sober/.
About the Delaware Office of Highway Safety
The Office of Highway Safety (OHS) is committed to improving the safety of Delaware's motoring public by focusing on behavioral traffic safety issues, such as impaired driving, seat belt use, speeding, child passenger safety, pedestrian and bicycle safety, motorcycle safety, and teen driving issues. FAQs can be found at ArriveAliveDE.com. Follow OHS on the Delaware Office of Highway Safety website, Facebook, X (Twitter), and Instagram.
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Media Contact:
Delaware Office of Highway Safety
Caitlin Reed
302-744-2746
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