Drinking and driving is on the increase. Could the snow may be a factor?

In addition to their weather related responsibilities, the Hays Police Department  made seven DUI arrests on Saturday.

Lt. Brandon Wright told Hays Post, “I’m just speculating, but the snow on the streets may have contributed to the high volume of these arrests. Individuals drink, get stuck in the snow because they are impaired and we make arrests.”

Wright also speculated that the cold, winter weather may keep criminals from being active. However he said, “Even the hardcore criminals ignore the weather.”