The Ohio State Highway Patrol, Licking County Sheriff’s Office and the Pataskala Police Department will be holding TWO (2) OVI checkpoints Friday night in Licking County.
The first checkpoint will be held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on State Route 16, Broad Street near Cedar Street in Pataskala (Click for MAP). The second checkpoint is scheduled from 10 p.m. through midnight on State Route 79 near Reinhart Drive in Heath (Click for MAP).
The OVI checkpoint is done to deter motorists from driving under the influence of alcohol, according to a release.
OSHP is reminding drivers if you plan to consume alcohol, designate a driver or make other travel arrangements.
