NewsWFLA (NBC 8) — Local NewsNovember 2, 2026Hillsborough County
20 Impaired Drivers Arrested in Hillsborough Halloween Patrol
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The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office conducted a special enforcement operation over Halloween weekend called Operation Ghost Patrol to remove impaired drivers from the roads. Deputies made 219 traffic stops, issued 19 citations, and arrested 20 drivers for driving under the influence. Sheriff Chad Chronister emphasized that these arrests were made to protect children and the community during the holiday celebrations.
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Impaired driving operations help keep local roads safe by removing drunk drivers during major holiday celebrations.
Key Facts
- Deputies conducted 219 traffic stops during the Halloween weekend operation.
- The operation resulted in 19 traffic citations being issued.
- A total of 20 impaired drivers were arrested.