The CCSU and New Britain Police Departments have announced that there will be a DUI checkpoint this Thursday, Sept. 9.

In a press release issue by the CCSU police, the departments say that the checkpoint is part of “a continuing effort to deter motorists from driving while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.”

According to Lt. Chris Cervoni of the CCSU police department the DUI checkpoint will take place on various adjacent streets around the CCSU campus between 7 p.m. and 1 a.m.

In the press release, CCSU Police Chief Jason Powell goes on to say that “the CCSU and New Britain Police Departments hope that their efforts will provide a safer community for our students, faculty, and staff and for city residents. Both departments are hoping a greater awareness of the consequences of driving under the influence will help reduce the loss of lives or injuries by removing intoxicated drivers from the roads.”