DUI & SEATBELT PATROLS CONDUCTED IN EVANGELINE PARISH

In March of 2025, Deputies with the Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Department conducted a Saturated Patrol in Evangeline Parish looking for Impaired Drivers. Deputies were looking for traffic infractions to conduct a stop for safety purposes.  There have been numerous accidents caused by Impaired Drivers, which have caused serious injuries and even some have been Fatal.  

In order to protect the citizens of Evangeline Parish; the Sheriff's Office were out in force to deter those who may consider drinking and driving.  The EPSO teamed up with the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission to work "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over".   We do not want anyone to fall victim to a Drunk Driver.  Every effort that we can put forth to eliminate or discourage someone from driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage or drugs will help reduce the number of accidents in the Parish. 

The Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Deputies made contact with approximately 15 persons during their DWI patrols.  There were There were 1 DWI arrest made during this specialized patrol.  There were other violations that were detected during the patrol, where 5 citations were issued.

During the "Click it or Ticket" Deputies made contact with approximately 61 persons during their patrol.  There were several violations detected by Deputies, where several citations were issued.