The Ohio State Highway Patrol is stationing troopers along Interstate 270 over the Halloween weekend starting Saturday, Oct. 31, with a zero-tolerance policy for impaired and reckless driving.
OSHP troopers and the patrol's aviation section will work with the Franklin County Sheriff's Office to observe traffic and stop dangerous drivers throughout Franklin County during the two-day operation, according to WBNS.
"Our highest priority this weekend is keeping our roads safe, and that is why troopers will have zero tolerance for dangerous and impaired driving," OSHP Capt. Eric Caudill said. "If you plan on consuming anything that impairs your ability to drive, it is important to plan ahead for a safe ride home."
The operation follows a similar multi-agency enforcement push on I-270 in July. During that July 19–25 effort, participating agencies issued 961 speeding citations, including 19 involving speeds over 100 mph, according to Spectrum News, citing OSHP. Agencies also issued 121 distracted-driving citations and 84 seat belt citations and arrested two drivers for impaired driving.
OSHP data shows impaired driving is a leading factor in crashes that cause serious injuries or deaths. Franklin County recorded 531 fatal crashes between 2021 and 2025, the highest total of any county in Ohio during that span, according to patrol data.
The enforcement operation comes alongside a separate state program offering free ride credits. As we reported Oct. 28, the Ohio Traffic Safety Office is providing up to $15 in Uber or Lyft credits in Franklin County and six other counties through 3 a.m. Nov. 2. The safety office reported that 19 people died in fatal crashes during the five-day Halloween period in 2025, with 13 of those involving impaired driving.
Residents who spot an impaired or reckless driver on the road can call #677 to reach the nearest OSHP post.
