Patrol: Man Drinks, Runs Stop Sign and Kills ER Manager in Other Car

Drunken driving has claimed another life.  Our thoughts go out to the family of the victim, Anthony Sundholm, who was an Army veteran and worked as a registered nurse at Riverwood Healthcare Center in Aitkin.  Unfortunately, the driver had a bad driving record prior to this incident.  Hopefully he and others learn from this tragedy and make responsible decisions before driving.  Here is a link to the Star Tribune article: Star Tribune: Man Drinks, Runs Stop Sign and Kills ER Manager in Other Car

DPS: Extra DWI Patrols on Minnesota roads during the holiday season

In a news release entitled, "Life Has No Rewind: Plan Ahead for a Sober Ride Home," the Minnesota Department of Public Safety has announced law enforcement will run extra enforcement campaigns through this holiday season.  Please plan ahead and drive responsibly or plan a sober cab home!  Here is the news release: DPS News Release

Star Tribune: Two drivers die in Maple Grove crash; alcohol likely a factor

Sadly, drunken driving has claimed another two lives.  Consequently, the Maple Grove Police Department wants to remind everyone of the importance of responsible alcohol consumption and ensuring that you have a sober cab in order to prevent tragedies like these.  Here is the article: Star Tribune: Two drivings die in Maple Grove crash; alcohol likely a factor

Star Tribune: Drunken Driving's Immeasurable Toll in Minnesota

Last week, the Star Tribune reported that alcohol-related crashes injured 2,300 people in Minnesota in 2013.  The article profiles the injuries to one man, Greg Torell, whose life will never be the same because of the drunken driver that struck him on June 12, 2007, resulting in the loss of his left arm and leg.  Here is a link to that article: Star Tribune: Drunken Driving's Immeasurable Toll in Minnesota.