(WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania State Police reported more than 500 DUI arrests during Labor Day weekend enforcement operations across the state.
According to the PSP’s annual Labor Day weekend crash and enforcement report, troopers investigated 747 crashes between August 29 and September 1, 2025, resulting in 129 injuries and six deaths. Impaired driving was linked to 64 of those crashes, including two fatalities.
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State police arrested 535 drivers for operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs and issued 24,182 citations statewide, including:
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6,860 for speeding
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776 for failing to wear a seatbelt
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147 for not securing children in safety seats
Labor Day Weekend Crash Statistics
| Year | Total Crashes | Fatal Crashes | People Killed | Injury-Related Crashes | DUI-Related Crashes | DUI-Related Fatal Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 (4 days) | 747 | 6 | 6 | 129 | 64 | 2 |
| 2024 (4 days) | 678 | 7 | 7 | 142 | 60 | 3 |
Labor Day Weekend Enforcement Statistics
| Year | DUI Arrests | Speeding Citations | Child Seat Citations | Seat Belt Citations | Other Citations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 (4 days) | 535 | 6,860 | 147 | 776 | 16,399 |
| 2024 (4 days) | 500 | 7,356 | 129 | 855 | 16,322 |
DUI penalties in Pennsylvania vary based on the severity of the offense, ranging from a $300 fine and six months of probation to fines up to $5,000 and prison sentences of up to five years.
Police urged drivers to stay alert, avoid impaired driving, and prioritize road safety during holiday weekends.
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