The Metro DUI Squad issued 70 traffic violations and arrested 6 people last Friday night during a county-wide traffic enforcement effort. The squad is comprised of officers with the Shelby County Sheriff's Office and Germantown Police Department.

Officers, including Sheriff's Office Reserve Deputies assigned to the squad, watched for drivers who might be impaired by alcohol and drugs. The DUI Officers also looked for people speeding or driving recklessly.

Total Citations: 70

• Speeding 47
• Disregarding Stop Sign 10
• State Registration 6
• Other Shelby County Moving Violations 3
• Other County Non-Moving Violations 2
• No Drivers License 1
• Seat Belt (Adult) 1

Total Arrests: 6

• DUI 3
• Driving on a Suspended License 2
• Possession of Marijuana 1

Last weekend’s Metro DUI enforcement initiative was funded by a grant from the Governor's Highway Safety Office. The grant enables law enforcement Officers across Tennessee to work additional hours to spot and arrest drivers under the influence of alcohol and drugs.