The Colorado State Patrol concluded a focused DUI task force operation along the I-25 corridor from Fort Collins to Trinidad Saturday, resulting in 20 DUI arrests from 162 total contacts over two days.

The enhanced enforcement ran May 22 to May 23, 2026, with three DUI Task Force Teams concentrating resources along the corridor. Coordinated State-to-State enforcement remains in effect following the conclusion of the task force operation.

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Additional results from the operation included 20 roadside stops, 21 speeding citations, 47 other citations, 1 seat belt citation, and 4 other arrests. Two DUI crashes occurred during the time period and area of the operation.

Last year, Memorial Day was the second busiest holiday for impairment-involved crashes investigated by the Colorado State Patrol statewide. On I-25 in 2025, troopers investigated 201 crashes involving impairment, with Saturday as the peak day of the week. Eleven of those crashes were fatal and 52 caused injuries.

"Troopers continue to take a low-tolerance approach to the top fatal crash factors, including impaired driving. The Colorado State Patrol reminds motorists to plan for a sober ride, drive at the speed limit, and maintain their lane position based on the current driving conditions."

The public is asked to assist by reporting suspected impaired drivers. Avoid the vehicle first, then pull over and call CSP (*277) or 9-1-1. Be prepared to provide the vehicle description, license plate number, location and direction of travel, driver description, and the driving behavior observed. All emergency calls can be made to 9-1-1.

The Colorado State Patrol reminds all drivers to plan ahead, designate a sober driver, and stay alert behind the wheel.