City of Knoxville, TN
08/14/2025 | News release | Distributed by Public on 08/14/2025 09:16
KPD, UTPD to Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint on August 28, 2025
The Knoxville Police Department and University of Tennessee Police Department will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Thursday, August 28, 2025 in the UT campus area.
KPD and UTPD officers will staff the checkpoint, which will be set up on Volunteer Boulevard. 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, which possibly contributed to at least 10 fatal crashes that occurred in Knoxville in 2024.
KPD conducted its most recent sobriety checkpoint on June 20 in the 8800 block of Kingston Pike. Over 700 drivers were checked for signs of intoxication during the checkpoint.
The KPD and UTPD remind motorists to always practice safe driving habits in all situations. Slow down, buckle up, reduce distractions, pay attention to the road, and never drive while under the influence.
KPD and UTPD officers will staff the checkpoint, which will be set up on Volunteer Boulevard. 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, which possibly contributed to at least 10 fatal crashes that occurred in Knoxville in 2024.
KPD conducted its most recent sobriety checkpoint on June 20 in the 8800 block of Kingston Pike. Over 700 drivers were checked for signs of intoxication during the checkpoint.
The KPD and UTPD remind motorists to always practice safe driving habits in all situations. Slow down, buckle up, reduce distractions, pay attention to the road, and never drive while under the influence.
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