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CCSU, New Britain Police Departments to man DUI Check Point

 NEW BRITAIN – May 5, 2008 - In a continuing effort to deter motorists from driving while under the influence of alcohol and or drugs, the Central Connecticut State University and New Britain Police Departments will be conducting a DUI checkpoint on May 8, 2008. 

The check point will be located on various streets adjacent to the CCSU Campus between the hours of 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m.

Each year thousands of lives are lost, many more are injured as a result of alcohol related accidents, noted CCSU Chief of Police Jason Powell.  “The CCSU and New Britain Police Departments hope that their efforts will provide a safer community for our students, faculty, staff and city residents,” Chief Powell said.   “Both Departments are hoping a greater awareness of the consequences of driving under the influence will help reduce the loss of lives or injuries by removing intoxicated drivers from the roads.”

Each semester the CCSU police conduct several DUI awareness programs in the campus residence halls.

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