Stepped up law enforcement patrols begin tonight

CHATTANOOGA (WDEF) – Several local law enforcement agencies are sending out more officers tonight on the highways.

They will specifically be looking for drunk driving and distracted driving during the holidays.

The increased patrols will be paid for through a Tennessee Highway Safety office grant.

They begin Thursday night at six and continue through 6 AM on January 2nd.

Officers from Chattanooga, Hamilton County, East Ridge, Collegedale and Soddy Daisy will be taking part this year.