Springfield cab companies gave 306 free rides home to people celebrating St. Patrick’s Day on Saturday and early Sunday, the city of Springfield said Wednesday.
In a statement, city spokesman Ernie Slottag said police handled only eight motor vehicle accidents during the period, none of them alcohol-related. Officers made three arrests for drunken driving during the period, he said.
The rides cost $2,530. The program was supported by an Illinois Department of Transportation grant.
“These numbers are very encouraging and make our efforts worthwhile,” Slottag said.
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