HOUSTON – Harris County Constable Precinct 4 says deputies arrested 25 suspected drunk drivers during an enhanced Fourth of July holiday weekend DWI enforcement initiative across Precinct 4.
According to the constable’s office, the proactive operation was designed to create a strong law enforcement presence, cut down on impaired driving, and help prevent DWI-related crashes and fatalities during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.
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The media advisory says deputies made stops after observing traffic violations and then identified multiple signs of intoxication. Standardized Field Sobriety Tests were administered, and the constable’s office says each suspect was determined to be intoxicated before being taken into custody.
The constable’s office highlighted four cases where suspects were charged with Driving While Intoxicated with a Child Under 15 Years of Age: Berry Harris, Alyssa Todd, Jamarh Derry and Patrick Wireman.
It also identified five suspects charged with Driving While Intoxicated — Second Offense: Juan Sanchez, Tamika Baines, Rudy Martinez, Kenneth Pulliam and Kelvin Tillman.
Constable Mark Herman said, “The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate with family and friends, but impaired driving continues to pose a serious threat to public safety.”
The advisory notes all persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.