A state-funded campaign to crack down on driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs over a 20-day period resulted in three DWI arrests in Chautauqua County, along with more than 100 vehicle and traffic tickets.

Chautauqua County police agencies participated in the state STOP-DWI End of Summer High Visibility Engagement Campaign, which ran from Aug. 14 to Sept. 2.

According to the county Sheriff’s Office, the campaign resulted in a total of 127 vehicle stops, 124 vehicle and traffic tickets issued, and three DWI arrests.

“Removing intoxicated drivers from Chautauqua County roadways is one of our top priorities,” said Chautauqua County Sheriff James B. Quattrone. “If you choose to drink, don’t drive. Impaired drivers not only put themselves in danger, they threaten everyone who shares the road with them.”

This event is funded by a 2023-2024 grant from the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee and is part of a national High Visibility Engagement Campaign effort. In Chautauqua County, the Chautauqua County Sheriff, municipal law enforcement agencies, and New York State Police vigorously enforce laws related to driving while impaired. They work together to reduce the number of impaired driving injuries and deaths, with special emphasis on driving while impaired by either alcohol or drugs.