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Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office wants to get impaired drivers off the roads
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Mike Akin , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 10, 2026
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Key takeaway More deputies will be on the roads from August 14 to September 7 to address the issue.
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is working to reduce impaired driving in the area. A statewide crackdown is underway, with the office partnering with the Texas Department of Transportation. More deputies will be on the roads from August 14 to September 7 to address the issue.
Impaired driving is a significant factor in fatal wrecks in Montgomery County, with nearly one in three deadly crashes involving a driver under the influence. Residents are urged to plan ahead and use a designated driver or rideshare to avoid getting behind the wheel impaired. Further details on the crackdown are available from the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and the Texas Department of Transportation.
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Category: local Published: August 10, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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