Glasgow police to set up traffic safety checkpoints in May

GLASGOW, Ky. – Traffic safety checkpoints will be set up during the month of May 2024 in Glasgow city limits, according to the Glasgow Police Department.

The department will set up at, but not limited to, Columbia Avenue, West Main Street, North Jackson Highway and Happy Valley Road.

Officers will be enforcing laws related to operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, licensing of motor vehicles and operators, registration and insurance violations, seat belt and child restraint violations and motor vehicle equipment violations.

Glasgow Police Department believes that safety check points are a valuable tool to encourage safe driving practices and to connect with the community.