Troopers Arrest 177 Drivers for DWI Over Super Bowl Weekend in New York

Statewide enforcement push led to thousands of tickets and arrests as police targeted impaired and dangerous driving.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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New York State Police reported that from Friday, Feb. 6, through Sunday, Feb. 8, troopers issued 8,263 tickets, arrested 177 drivers for driving while intoxicated, and investigated 822 crashes, including one fatal crash, as part of a statewide STOP-DWI initiative coinciding with Super Bowl weekend.

Why it matters

Impaired driving remains a leading cause of serious and fatal crashes, especially during major travel weekends like Super Bowl weekend when alcohol consumption tends to increase. The enforcement push aimed to curb dangerous driving behaviors and improve public safety on New York roads.

The details

In addition to the 177 DWI arrests, troopers also issued 2,395 speeding tickets, 287 distracted driving tickets, 267 seatbelt and child restraint violations, and 115 Move Over Law violations. The campaign was funded by the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee.

  • The enforcement period ran from Friday, Feb. 6, through Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026.
  • Compared to the 2025 Super Bowl enforcement, the number of tickets issued dipped slightly, while DWI arrests increased from 161 to 177.

The players

New York State Police

The state law enforcement agency that conducted the increased patrols and enforcement efforts over Super Bowl weekend.

Governor's Traffic Safety Committee

The organization that provided funding for the STOP-DWI campaign targeting impaired and dangerous driving.

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The takeaway

The enforcement crackdown over Super Bowl weekend highlights the ongoing efforts by New York State Police and traffic safety organizations to combat impaired and reckless driving, which pose significant risks to public safety, especially during high-traffic holiday periods.