Crime & Safety

DUI Checkpoint in Essex County This Weekend

It will be held Saturday night.

The Massachusetts State Police will hold a sobriety checkpoint in Essex County this weekend.

The checkpoint will be held Sat., March 29 into Sun., March 30 on a public way within Essex County.

Per historical practice, police did not reveal the exact location of the checkpoint.

"It will be operated during varied hours, the selection of vehicles will not be arbitrary, safety will be assured, and any inconveniences to motorists will be minimized with advance notice to reduce fear and anxiety," police said in a statement.


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