Crime & Safety

Fewer DUI Arrests for Thanksgiving Holiday, CPH Says

In Los Angeles County, the CHP reported 81 arrests for suspicion of DUI, down from last year's 118.

The California Highway Patrol today reported two statewide deaths and no deaths on Los Angeles County highways during the first 36 hours of the Thanksgiving weekend.

The reporting period began at 6 p.m Wednesday, a CHP officer said.

During the same time period last year, the CHP reported six deaths statewide and no deaths in Los Angeles County.

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This year, the CHP reported 401 motorists statewide who were arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, down from last year's 455.

In Los Angeles County, the CHP reported 81 arrests for suspicion of DUI, down from last year's 118.

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