The El Paso Municipal Police Officers' Association and the El Paso Police Department want everyone to have a safe Winter and upcoming Holiday Season.  As a reminder here are some safety tips to keep in mind.

While Shopping:
• Always keep your children close to you
• Do not flash your money when paying for items
• Pay with a check card or credit card
• Be aware of you surroundings
• Do not leave any purchases or purses unattended
• Do not overburden yourself with packages
• Carry your purse close to your body

Your car:
• LOCK YOUR VEHICLE
• Use any antitheft devices
• Do not leave any packages or valuables inside the vehicle
• Approach your vehicle with your keys out and ready
• Park in well lighted areas
• If something seems wrong, get help from security or call the police

Outside Activities:
• Dress appropriate to weather conditions and type of activity
• Be aware of your surroundings
• Obey all traffic laws
• Don’t let yourself become distracted
• Be prepared for inclement weather
• Driving – obey all traffic laws
• Be aware of individuals walking, running, and biking during the cooler weather
• DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE.

As with every holiday, law enforcement officers across El Paso County will be cracking down on drunken drivers this coming Thanksgiving weekend.  Remember, we have a zero tolerance and a mandatory blood draw is in effect for drunk drivers caught driving on El Paso, Texas roads.