LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - This time of the year is one of the most dangerous for drivers.

State police will be on the lookout for drunk drivers as part of their ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign.

From 2020 to 2024, a total of 19 people were killed in crashes in Michigan during the holidays.

According to the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute, nine of those crashes involved alcohol or drugs.

Police are encouraging people to celebrate safely.

“With family gatherings, office parties and festive events, alcohol consumption increases, and so does the risk of impaired driving,” said Alicia Sledge, director of the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP). “Driving while being impaired by alcohol or drugs not only puts you at risk but also endangers other

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