2012 News Releases

Date:

October 25, 2012

For More Information Contact:

Officer Katie Flood, Public Information Officer, 402.441.7226

Captain Anthony Butler, Northwest Team, 402.441.6555

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North Bottoms Project Summary

Since the start of Husker football season, officers in Northwest Lincoln have been active in the North Bottoms neighborhood, watching for violations. Historically, this area, just north of Memorial Stadium, is brimming with alumni, students and fans. It has also been the location of alcohol-related complaints, including underage drinking and accidents caused by impaired youth. With funding assistance provided by the Nebraska Office of Highway Safety, officers increased enforcement on football game days.

Citations issued during the project:

	Grant funded		Total
Reckless driving	2		2
Driving under the influence	4		4
Driving under suspension	2		2
Minor in possession	27		40
Narcotics	1		1
Open container/Public consumption	14		33
Littering	1		2
Fail to Comply	1		3

Though the grant funded portion of the project has concluded, increased enforcement and patrol will continue through the football season.