OVI checkpoint set this weekend in Mahoning County

CANFIELD — The Mahoning County Operating a Vehicle Impaired Task Force announced today a sobriety checkpoint will take place in the county Friday to deter and intercept impaired drivers.

Officers will be conducting a roadside check of drivers for alcohol and drug impairment. Specific details of the checkpoint will be announced at a later time Friday. Saturation patrols will also be conducted throughout the weekend.