Sheriff to increase patrols during prom season

The Wood County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting increased patrols over the prom season. The operation is funded by a grant  t from the Ohio Traffic Safety Office. This blitz will continue through Tuesday, May 31.

Deputies will pay particular attention for violations such as driving under the influence, failure to yield, and speeding, all of which are leading factors in fatal crashes. There will be zero tolerance for driving under the influence and seatbelt violations.