KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Knoxville Police Department announced Friday they will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Friday, Jan. 26. The checkpoint will be conducted just outside of downtown Knoxville.
KPD said its officers will set up the checkpoint in the Fort Sanders area. They said the purpose of the checkpoint is to deter impaired driving, prevent serious or fatal crashes and increase public awareness of the consequences of driving while under the influence.
During the checkpoint, officers will check motorists for signs of alcohol or drug impairment.
Alcohol or drug impairment possibly contributed to over 43% of the fatal crashes that happened in Knoxville in 2022, according to KPD.
In 2022, officers said they received a DUI checkpoint trailer through the Tennessee High Safety Office (TNHSO) Traffic Services grant that will be used during the sobriety checkpoint.
