Troopers Arrest 12 Impaired Drivers During State Basketball

March 11, 2025 (Lincoln, NEB.)  —  Nebraska State Troopers removed 12 impaired drivers from the road during the first weekend of this year’s NSAA State Basketball tournaments, thanks in part to a special enforcement focused on traffic safety across the state.

From Wednesday, March 5, through Saturday, March 8, troopers arrested 12 people for driving under the influence. Troopers also stopped 18 drivers for speeding at 100 miles per hour or more.

“Last week’s winter storm provided an additional challenge to those traveling across the state for this year’s state basketball tournaments,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “As teams continue to work hard for state titles, our troopers and dispatchers will continue to keep fans safe as they travel to cheer on their teams.”

In addition to the 12 people arrested for driving under the influence, troopers issued citations for speeding (307), open alcohol container (8), driving under suspension (19), no seat belt (12), improper child restraint (3), and minor in possession (8). Troopers also assisted 358 motorists in need of assistance on the road.

Troopers will continue the special enforcement operation through NSAA Boys State Basketball tournament this week, which starts Wednesday, March 12, and runs through Saturday, March 15. This effort will be made possible thanks in part to grant funding from the Nebraska Department of Transportation – Highway Safety Office.