Fresno Police Arrest Nine at DUI Checkpoint in Year-End Operation

By Anthony W. Haddad

Published 5 months ago on

January 3, 2025

Fresno police arrested nine drivers for DUI on New Year's Eve, with more enforcement operations planned throughout 2025. (GV Wire File)

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Fresno police arrested nine drivers on suspicion of driving under the influence during a New Year’s Eve enforcement operation, authorities said in a news release.

Authorities said first-time DUI offenders face steep consequences, including an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended driver’s license.

Fresno police announced plans for a follow-up DUI enforcement operation on Jan. 11, as well as ongoing patrols and checkpoints throughout the year aimed at preventing impaired driving.

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Anthony W. Haddad, who graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with his undergraduate degree and attended Fresno State for a MBA, is the Swiss Army knife of GV Wire. He writes stories, manages social media, and represents the organization on the ground.