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11/24/2025 10:32 am

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Raleigh Police Conducts DWI Patrol Ahead of Holiday Season

News Published 11/24/2025 Updated 11/24/2025

Over the weekend, the Raleigh Police Department, working in partnership with multiple Wake County agencies and the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, conducted a coordinated DWI saturation patrol along the New Bern Avenue corridor.

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The operation resulted in the following enforcement actions:

  • 20 DWI arrests
  • 106 traffic stops
  • 142 charges filed
  • 12 warrants served
  • 2 vehicles seized
  • 1 firearm seized

With the holiday season quickly approaching, the Raleigh Police Department remains committed to ensuring that everyone in our community can enjoy this time safely. Targeted enforcement initiatives such as this are a critical component of keeping our roads and neighborhoods safe.

This project aligns with the strategic priorities established by Chief Boyce, specifically focusing on operational efficiency and crime reduction strategies.

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