DPS

2017 Easter Weekend Numbers

As expected, Utah roads were busy during Easter weekend. In preparation, the Utah Highway Patrol deployed 43 additional Troopers each day. Troopers focused on impaired driving, seat belt enforcement and speed.

From Friday, April 14 to Sunday, April 16, the totals are as follows:

Vehicle Stops: 4,087

Speed contacts: 2,710

Occupant Restraint Contacts: 679

DUI: 50

Other Alcohol: 30

Crashes Handled: 108

Fatal: 1

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