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Ventura County Sheriff's Office
Tuesday May 4th, 2021 :: 11:59 a.m. PDT

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Cinco de Mayo

Nature of Incident: Cinco de Mayo
Location: Ventura County, Ca
 
Date & Time: May 5, 2021
Unit(s) Responsible: Camarillo Police Department Traffic Bureau
Narrative:
 
Sober or Hand ‘Em Over: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Responsibly
 
Ventura County, Ca. – Whether it is meeting with a small group of friends or holding a virtual get together, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office encourages the public to celebrate the holiday responsibly by designating a sober driver.
 
“Don’t ruin the celebrations by putting yourself and others at risk and driving impaired,” says Captain Shane Matthews said. “If you’re planning on drinking, plan on getting a sober ride home.”
 
The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office also reminds the public that in addition to alcohol, drugs may also impair, including marijuana. Always be sure to check your medications and avoid driving after use if there is a “do not operate heavy machinery,” “may cause drowsiness” or other warning label.
 
Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
 
 
Prepared by: Sgt. Paul Richards  
News Release Date: Tuesday, May 4, 2021  
Media Follow-Up Contact: Sgt. Paul Richards (805) 388-5132
[email protected]
 
 
Approved by:
 
 
 
Capt. Shane Matthews  
       
 
 

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Ventura County Sheriff's Office
800 S Victoria Ave
Ventura, CA 93003

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