NH Highway Safety: 60 Arrests

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St. Patrick’s Day Enforcement: A Statewide Push for NH Highway Safety

“Safer choices bring better outcomes.” That’s how Major Brendan Davey of the New Hampshire State Police summed it up after this year’s St. Patrick’s Day traffic crackdown. From March 14 to 18, 2025, Troopers hit the roads hard—pulling over 1,785 vehicles, handing out 647 citations, and issuing 1,384 warnings across the state.

NH Highways Still Carry Risk

Despite these efforts, the numbers remain sobering. Sixty people were arrested over the holiday weekend, with 20 of those charged with driving while intoxicated. Troopers also made arrests tied to outstanding warrants, drugs, and other crimes—grim reminders of the persistent dangers on New Hampshire’s highways.

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Preventing Crashes and Promoting Safe Choices

Even with increased patrols, there were 49 crashes during the enforcement window. Thankfully, no lives were lost. Still, these car accidents are a stark warning. A moment’s distraction, a few drinks too many—small decisions can spiral into life-altering consequences. Staying sober, slowing down, and staying alert can be the difference between arriving safely and not arriving at all.

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The Real-World Impact of Personal Injury on NH Highways

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When crashes happen, it’s not just metal and glass that suffer. Victims often face lasting physical pain—fractures, surgeries, permanent injuries. And then there’s the emotional toll: trauma, stress, the long road to recovery. Families are left juggling bills, jobs, and care—while trying to hold it all together.

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These injuries ripple outward. Learn about car accident injuries. Click here. Hospitals feel the strain. Workplaces lose key people. Communities grow anxious. Even once-familiar roads can start to feel unsafe. NH Highway safety isn’t just about avoiding crashes—it’s about protecting lives, futures, and peace of mind.

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Takeaways for Drivers

The message is simple: buckle up, stay focused, and never get behind the wheel impaired. Most crashes are preventable. It only takes a second of distraction or poor judgment to change everything.

Highway Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility

New Hampshire State Police will keep doing their part. But real change happens when drivers make better choices—consistently. Every sober ride, every safe stop, every cautious mile matters.

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