LAW ENFORCEMENT STEPS UP DRUNK DRIVING ENFORCEMENT

Kern County law enforcement agencies are stepping up their patrols during the holidays as part of the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign.

Bakersfield Police Sergeant Gary Carruesco says they will be setting up shop across the city to catch impaired drivers, but not everyone who is stopped will be cited. Instead, they might be given tips on how to better handle the road.

There have been a record 40 fatal accidents in Bakersfield this year, with at least eight caused by drunk or drugged motorists.

Kelli Forsch