Smyrna DUI Arrests Rise During Super Bowl Weekend

Police expand traffic enforcement, urge residents to drive sober

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Smyrna saw a sharp increase in DUI arrests over Super Bowl weekend, with police taking 18 drivers into custody after expanding traffic enforcement. Lt. Meredith Holt said recent DUI training helped officers spot impaired drivers, and the department stressed that each stop made local roads safer while urging everyone in Smyrna to drive sober and stay alert.

Why it matters

DUI incidents are a major public safety concern in Smyrna, especially during high-traffic events like the Super Bowl. The rise in arrests highlights the need for continued vigilance and enforcement to keep Smyrna's roads safe for all residents.

The details

According to police, the 18 DUI arrests over Super Bowl weekend were a significant increase compared to normal weekends. Lt. Holt credited recent DUI training for helping officers identify impaired drivers more effectively. The department said each arrest made the roads safer, and they continue to urge all Smyrna residents to avoid drinking and driving.

  • Over Super Bowl weekend (February 11-12, 2026)

The players

Lt. Meredith Holt

A Smyrna police officer who said recent DUI training helped identify impaired drivers.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The Smyrna Police Department plans to continue its enhanced traffic enforcement efforts to identify and arrest impaired drivers, with the goal of keeping local roads safe for all residents.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of impaired driving in Smyrna, and the importance of proactive law enforcement and public awareness campaigns to address this critical public safety issue.