Redmond PD report DUII enforcement results

The Redmond Police Department conducted enhanced DUII patrols throughout the month of September. One DUII arrest was made by the officers on the grant-funded overtime shifts, but officers not on grant time arrested at least seven DUII offenders during the month.

The Redmond Police Department said it plans to apply for additional grant money to fund DUII enhanced patrols for the 2015-2016 grant year, when the application process begins. A “grant year” typically runs concurrent with the Federal budget year of October through September.

The primary intent of these heighten patrols is to prevent deaths, injuries and property damage caused by DUII drivers by removing them from the road.

Redmond Police Department officers are trained to look for signs of impairment beyond just alcohol, as many other substances, legal or illegal, can impair a person’s ability to operate a vehicle.

Funding to support the enhanced DUII patrols is provided by a DUII High Visibility Enforcement Grant, awarded to the Redmond Police Department from the Oregon Department of Transportation.

Please report suspected DUII drivers by calling 541-693-6911 in Deschutes County or anywhere in Oregon by calling 800-24-DRUNK (800-243-7865).