Missouri State Highway Patrol
News Releases

Thu 7/2/2009 01:07 PM Troop A: Identity And Cause Of Death Released In Shooting Incident In Bates County


The subject found deceased in a back room of a residence on County Road 4501 in Bates County has been identified as Douglas S. Miller, 49, of Adrian, Missouri.
Thu 7/2/2009 01:03 PMTroop B: Armed Robbery At Bank Of Brookfield-Purdin In Winigan, Missouri


At approximately 9:05 a.m., on July 2, 2009, the Bank of Brookfield-Purdin, in Winigan, Missouri, was robbed by an unknown, white, male suspect.
Thu 7/2/2009 01:02 PMTroop I Announces July Special Enforcement Operations


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces that four special enforcement projects will be conducted during the month of July within the six-county Troop I area.
Wed 7/1/2009 02:20 PMTroop C Operation P.R.O.T.E.C.T. Results In Franklin County


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, St Louis, is pleased to announce the results of the Operation P.R.O.T.E.C.T. project that was conducted on Monday, June 29, 2009, in Franklin County on Missouri Highway 100.
Wed 7/1/2009 01:50 PMTroop F: Sobriety Checkpoint/Saturation Announcement-- Boone/Cole Counties


Captain Dale A. Schmidt, commanding officer, Missouri State Highway Patrol, Troop F, Jefferson City, MO, announces that sometime during the month of July 2009, a sobriety checkpoint/saturation will be conducted in Boone County and Cole County.
Wed 7/1/2009 01:49 PMJames Schnelle Arrested For First Degree Assault And First Degree Burglary


On June 29, 2009, members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol were called to assist the Unionville, Missouri, Police Department with an assault investigation that occurred at a residence located at 1921 Putnam Street, in Unionville, Missouri.
Wed 7/1/2009 01:46 PMTroop A: Shooting Incident In Bates County


On June 30, 2009, at approximately 3:30 p.m., officers from the Bates County Sheriff’s Department and members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol attempted to serve a search warrant at a residence on County Road 4501 in Bates County.
Wed 7/1/2009 12:09 PMTroop A: DWI Checkpoints In Pettis And Clay Counties


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces that members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint in Pettis County. Also, in a joint effort with the Kansas City Police Department, a sobriety checkpoint will be conducted in Clay County. Both sobriety checkpoints will be held sometime during the month of July.
Wed 7/1/2009 11:51 AMTroop A: DWI Saturations In August


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces that sometime during the month of August, driving while intoxicated saturations will be conducted in Pettis, Johnson, Cass, Jackson, Clay, and Platte counties.
Wed 7/1/2009 10:21 AMTroop I Announces Results Of DWI Saturation


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces the results of a DWI saturation patrol conducted in Phelps County from 7 p.m., June 26, 2009, until 3 a.m., June 27, 2009.
Tue 6/30/2009 02:20 PMTroop F: Results Of June DWI Saturations--Miller And Camden County


Captain Dale A. Schmidt, commanding officer, Troop F Headquarters, Jefferson City, announced today the results of driving while intoxicated saturations that were held in Miller County and Camden County during June 2009.
Tue 6/30/2009 01:49 PMTroop A: Rural Major Case Squad Reconvenes Regarding Triple Homicide Investigation In Cole Camp


The Rural Major Case Squad was reconvened this morning at 9:00 a.m. After a briefing session, approximately 15 investigators from at least 10 different law enforcement agencies began following up leads and making contact with several individuals on information that has been received.
Tue 6/30/2009 12:10 PMTroop A: Results Of DWI Checkpoint In Jackson County


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces the results of a sobriety checkpoint conducted on June 26, 2009. The checkpoint was a joint effort with the Kansas City Police Department.
Tue 6/30/2009 12:08 PM Troop D: DWI Saturations To Be Held In Greene And Polk Counties


Captain Juan Villanueva, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, announces that driving while intoxicated saturations will be held in Greene and Polk counties sometime during the month of July 2009.
Tue 6/30/2009 09:25 AMTroop E Announces Farmers Truck Check


Captain George E. Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, Poplar Bluff, announces that on July 8 and July 9, 2009, from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., the Troop E Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division will be conducting voluntary commercial vehicle inspections.
Tue 6/30/2009 08:23 AM Sobriety Checkpoints To Be Held In Greene And Taney Counties


Captain Juan Villanueva, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, announces that sobriety checkpoints will be held in Greene and Taney counties sometime during the month of July 2009.
Mon 6/29/2009 04:31 PMTroop E: Sobriety Checkpoint Announcement--Wayne County


Captain George Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, Poplar Bluff, Missouri, announces that sometime during the month of July 2009, a sobriety checkpoint will be conducted in Wayne County.
Mon 6/29/2009 04:16 PMTroop E Announces DWI Saturations


Captain George E. Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, announces that Troop E officers will conduct DWI saturations during the month of July.
Mon 6/29/2009 03:38 PMTroop B: Results Of Selective Traffic Enforcement Operations Conducted June 2009


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of Selective Traffic Enforcement Operations conducted by Troop B officers on June 20, 2009, and June 26, 2009.
Mon 6/29/2009 11:15 AMHouston Driver Examination Station Location To Change


Captain Billy E. Chadwick, commanding officer of Troop G, Willow Springs, announces a new location for driver testing in Houston, Missouri.
Effective July 1, 2009, the driver examination station will move from the Texas County Courthouse to the Texas County Justice Center.
Fri 6/26/2009 03:59 PMPatrol Assists ATF In Federal Search Warrant Resulting In One Arrest


In the early hours of June 25, 2009, the Missouri State Highway Patrol assisted the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) with the execution of a search warrant on the property of Robert N. Joos, of Powell, MO.
Fri 6/26/2009 09:20 AMTroop H: Results of Hazardous Moving Operation


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H in St. Joseph, announces the results of a special operation in Harrison County.
Thu 6/25/2009 10:02 AMTroop H: Troopers Gear Up For Marijuana Growing Season


Finding illegal drug growers is not just a problem for law enforcement, but also a concern of each citizen.
Wed 6/24/2009 09:32 AM Patrol Announces A Sobriety Check Point In St. Louis County


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, St. Louis, announces that a sobriety checkpoint will be held in St. Louis County sometime in the month of July 2009.
Wed 6/24/2009 09:30 AM Troop I Announces Results Of DWI Sobriety Checkpoint


A total of 19 traffic arrests were made and 64 warnings issued as a result of a sobriety checkpoint conducted on June 19, 2009.
Mon 6/22/2009 11:41 AMTroop A: Results Of DWI Checkpoint In Benton County


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces the results of a sobriety checkpoint in Benton County. Due to weather conditions, members of the Highway Patrol conducted a driving while intoxicated saturation.
Mon 6/22/2009 09:59 AMTroop B: Results Of Sobriety Checkpoint Conducted In Randolph County


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of a sobriety checkpoint conducted by Troop B officers, members of the Randolph County Sheriff’s Department, and Moberly Police Department on June 19, 2009.
Fri 6/19/2009 02:31 PMCorporal Donald R. Tyes Promoted


Corporal Donald R. Tyes has been promoted to the rank of sergeant and will maintain his current assignment as the Troop H property control supervisor.
Fri 6/19/2009 01:23 PMDrive Safely During July Fourth Holiday


The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind Missouri’s travelers of the importance of safety during the upcoming July Fourth holiday.
Fri 6/19/2009 09:04 AMDWI Checkpoint In Jackson County


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces a sobriety checkpoint will be conducted in Jackson County sometime during the month of June.
Thu 6/18/2009 08:45 AM Troop D: Results From DWI Checkpoint In Barry County


On Saturday evening, June 13, 2009, the Missouri State Highway Patrol conducted a DWI checkpoint in Barry County.
Wed 6/17/2009 03:18 PMTroop B Officers To Conduct Selective Traffic Enforcement Operations In July 2009


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces Troop B officers will be conducting four Selective Traffic Enforcement Operations during the month of July 2009.
Wed 6/17/2009 03:12 PMTroop I To Conduct DWI Saturation Patrol In Phelps County


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces that sometime during the month of June troopers assigned to Troop I will conduct a DWI saturation patrol in Phelps County.
Wed 6/17/2009 03:07 PMTroop I Announces Results Of DWI Saturation


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces the results of an eight-hour DWI saturation patrol, which was conducted on June 13, 2009, in Pulaski County.
Wed 6/17/2009 01:37 PMTroop H Schedules Sobriety Checkpoint, Intoxicated Saturation, Hazardous Moving Operations


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H, St Joseph, announces that sometime during the month of July, Troop H will conduct a sobriety checkpoint, a driving while intoxicated saturation, and a hazardous moving operation.
Wed 6/17/2009 01:06 PMTroop H: Results Of Clinton County Hazardous Moving Operation


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H in St. Joseph, announces the results of a special operation. The hazardous moving operation was conducted on June 14, 2009, in Clinton County.
Mon 6/15/2009 02:23 PM Results Of 2009 School Bus Inspections In Troop B Area


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of the Troop B area school bus inspections conducted during the months of February, March, and April of this year.
Mon 6/15/2009 01:43 PM Moberly Resident Arrested On Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop


On Friday, June 12, 2009, at approximately 10:15 a.m., a member of the Missouri State Highway Patrol stopped a 1991 Dodge Ram pickup for a traffic violation, on Missouri Route BB, in Randolph County.
Mon 6/15/2009 10:09 AMResults Of STEP Operation In Ray County


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces the results of a Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P.), which was conducted in Ray County.
Fri 6/12/2009 04:27 PMTroop A:Temporary Media Contact Change


Effective Saturday, June 13, through Saturday, June 20, 2009, Sergeant Jason P. Clark, public information officer in the Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control, will be the contact officer regarding the triple homicide in Cole Camp, MO.
Fri 6/12/2009 01:46 PMTroop I Announces Results of Enforcement Operations


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces the results of two special enforcement operations.
Fri 6/12/2009 10:26 AM Troop B Officers To Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint In Lewis County During Month Of July 2009


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces that sometime during the month of July 2009, a sobriety checkpoint will be held in Lewis County.
Fri 6/12/2009 09:13 AMTroop H Provides Results For Hazardous Moving Operation In Buchanan County


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H in St. Joseph, announces the results of a special operation. The hazardous moving operation was conducted on June 10, 2009, in Buchanan County and is designed to target vehicles that are being operated in a hazardous manner.
Thu 6/11/2009 08:02 AMTroop A: News Conference To Be Held In Cole Camp


A news conference is scheduled for June 11, 2009, at 10 a.m., at the Water Tower Park in Cole Camp, Missouri.
Wed 6/10/2009 10:10 AMTroop G To Conduct Sobriety Checkpoints


Captain Billy E. Chadwick, commanding officer of Troop G, Willow Springs, announces that a sobriety checkpoint will be held in Howell County sometime in the month of June. A sobriety checkpoint will also be conducted sometime in the month of July in both Douglas and Oregon counties.
Wed 6/10/2009 08:22 AM Death Investigation In Cole Camp Ruled A Triple Homicide [updated]


Officers from the Cole Camp Police Department and Benton County Sheriff’s Department, and investigators from the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control have ruled the death investigation at a residence on South Elm Street in Cole Camp as a triple homicide.
Wed 6/10/2009 07:53 AMPatrol Releases Results For 2009 School Bus Inspection Program


Colonel James F. Keathley, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, would like to provide the public with information regarding the 2009 school bus inspection program.
Tue 6/9/2009 01:07 PMTroop G Releases Results Of S.T.E.P. Operation


A total of 45 arrests and 30 warnings were issued in conjunction with a hazardous moving violations/S.T.E.P. operation conducted in Carter County on June 6. The operation was conducted on U.S. Highway 60.
Mon 6/8/2009 04:15 PMSergeant Charles E. “Charlie” Jones Retires


Colonel James F. Keathley, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the retirement of Sergeant Charles E. “Charlie” Jones on June 1, 2009, after 34 ½ years of dedicated service.
Mon 6/8/2009 02:18 PMTroop D Reports Drug Seizure


On Sunday, June 7, 2009, a trooper stopped an eastbound 2001 Kenworth tractor trailer for speed and a lane violation on Interstate 44 at the 89-mile marker, in Greene County.
Fri 6/5/2009 02:12 PM Arrest Made, Stolen Agriculture Equipment Recovered Since May 19 Roundup



Since May 19, and the arrests of seven suspects related to the theft of agricultural equipment, the investigation continues to recover stolen property throughout Missouri and northern Arkansas.
Fri 6/5/2009 01:51 PMArrest Made, Stolen Agriculture Equipment Recovered Since May 19 Roundup


Since May 19, and the arrests of seven suspects related to the theft of agricultural equipment, the investigation continues to recover stolen property throughout Missouri and northern Arkansas.
Fri 6/5/2009 09:39 AMMSHP Driver Examiner Testing, In Nixa, Will Be Moved Temporarily


Captain Juan Villanueva, commanding officer, Troop D, Springfield, has announced driver examinations in Nixa will be moved temporarily from the Nixa fire station on North Main Street to the Nixa Community Center.
Thu 6/4/2009 03:14 PMTroop G: Special Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement Totals


Captain Billy E. Chadwick, commanding officer of Troop G, Willow Springs, announces the results of the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) truck check conducted May 18, through May 20, 2009, in Howell and Oregon counties.
Thu 6/4/2009 03:11 PMTroop G: Special Olympics T-Shirt Sales


Employees from Troop G of the Missouri State Highway Patrol will be selling “Torch Run” T-shirts to raise money to support Special Olympics Missouri. The T-shirts will be on sale at the Houston Wal-Mart Supercenter on Saturday, June 13, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Thu 6/4/2009 03:05 PMTroop G Releases Checkpoint Results


A total of 154 arrests and 103 warnings were issued in conjunction with hazardous vehicle conditions/safety checkpoints conducted in Shannon County. The checkpoints were held on May 21, 23, and 24 near the intersection of Missouri Route 19 and Missouri Route A.
Thu 6/4/2009 01:30 PM Troop G Releases Results Of Sobriety Checkpoint


A total of 59 arrests and 60 warnings were issued in conjunction with a sobriety checkpoint conducted in Reynolds County on May 23 near the intersection of Peola Road and Reynolds County Road 364.
Thu 6/4/2009 01:28 PMTroop G 10-Mile Trooper Project Totals


Captain Billy E. Chadwick, commanding officer of Troop G, Willow Springs, announces the results of a two-day enforcement operation in Troop G. The 10-Mile Trooper operation was conducted on U.S. Highway 60 on May 22, 2009, and May 25, 2009.
Thu 6/4/2009 01:27 PMC.A.R.E. And All-American Buckle-Up Totals For Troop G


Captain Billy E. Chadwick, commanding officer of Troop G, announces the Memorial Day weekend traffic crash and enforcement totals for the Troop G area. The enforcement operations included All American Buckle-Up Week and the Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort).
Tue 6/2/2009 12:55 PMTroop B: STEP Operations Statistics


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of Selective Traffic Enforcement Operation conducted by Troop B officers on May 23, 2009, and May 31, 2009.
Mon 6/1/2009 03:13 PMTroop C Announces Results Of "Operation A.R.R.E.S.T." In St. Louis County


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer Troop C, St. Louis, is pleased to announce the results of a recent enforcement detail “Operation A.R.R.E.S.T.” (Alcohol Related Response Enforcement Strike Team).
Mon 6/1/2009 03:07 PMTroop A Scheduling Driving While Intoxicated Saturations In July


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces that sometime during the month of July, driving while intoxicated saturations will be conducted in Jackson, Platte, and Clay counties.
Mon 6/1/2009 03:01 PMTroop A: Results Of Sobriety Checkpoint In Ray County


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces the results of a sobriety checkpoint conducted in Ray County on May 30, 2009. A total of 131 cars were checked during this operation.
Mon 6/1/2009 02:59 PMTroop A Announces "Click It Or Ticket" Enforcement Campaign Totals


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces the totals for the “Click It Or Ticket” enforcement campaign that was conducted in Platte, Clay, Jackson, Lafayette, and Johnson counties from May 18 through May 31, 2009.
Mon 6/1/2009 12:49 PMTroop H Announces Hazardous Moving Operation


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H in St. Joseph, announces that hazardous moving operations will be conducted during the month of June in Daviess, DeKalb and Harrison counties.
Mon 6/1/2009 12:38 PMTrooper Honored For Fiery Crash Rescue Caught on Dash Camera


On Wednesday May 27, 2009, Governor Jay Nixon presented the April 2009 State Employee of the Month award to Sergeant Dale O. Jinkens, Troop A, at a ceremony held in the Governor’s Office at the Capitol. Sergeant Jinkens was named the April 2009 State Employee of the Month for his courageous lifesaving actions on November 22, 2008, involving a serious traffic crash on Interstate 70 in Jackson County.
Mon 6/1/2009 09:57 AMResults Of "Click It Or Ticket" Enforcement Campaign Conducted In Troop B


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of the “Click It or Ticket” enforcement operation held in Adair County from May 18, 2009 through May 31, 2009.
Mon 6/1/2009 08:30 AMRetirement Of Sergeant James "Rodney" Applebury


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces on June 1, 2009, after serving 31 years with the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Sergeant Rodney Applebury retired.
Fri 5/29/2009 01:08 PMTroop H: Hazardous Moving Operations


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H in St. Joseph, announces that hazardous moving operations will be conducted in Troop H during the months of May and June.
Fri 5/29/2009 12:46 PM Operation A.R.R.E.S.T To Be Conducted In St. Louis County


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer Troop C, St. Louis, announces “Operation A.R.R.E.S.T” (Alcohol Related Response Enforcement Strike Team).
Fri 5/29/2009 08:50 AMTroop I Announces Special Enforcement Operations For June


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces that sometime during the month of June the following special enforcement operations will take place within the following counties.
Fri 5/29/2009 07:59 AMTroop I Announces Memorial Day Weekend Enforcement And Traffic Crash Totals



Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces the Memorial Day weekend traffic crash and enforcement totals for the Troop I area, which consists of six counties in south central Missouri.
Thu 5/28/2009 03:19 PMSobriety Checkpoints To Be Held In Barry And Taney Counties


Captain Juan Villanueva, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, announces that sobriety checkpoints will be held in Barry and Taney counties sometime during the month of June 2009. The Missouri State Highway Patrol, in cooperation with other area law enforcement agencies, will conduct the checkpoints.
Thu 5/28/2009 03:12 PMArrest Made In 23 Year Old Disappearance Case Of Mother And Daughter From Ray County


On May 27, 2009, at approximately 6:30 p.m., members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control and officers from the Arkansas State Police arrested Ronald D. Wrisinger, 67, of Marble Hills, Arkansas, at his residence on two counts of 1st Degree Murder.
Thu 5/28/2009 11:26 AM Troop B: Memorial Day/Special Enforcement Totals


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the Memorial Day weekend traffic crash and enforcement totals for the Troop B area, which consists of the 16 northeast counties of Missouri.
Thu 5/28/2009 11:12 AMTroop F: Marijuana Arrest In Montgomery County


On May 27, 2009, an officer of the Missouri State Highway Patrol initiated a traffic stop and after detecting a strong odor of marijuana emanating from inside the vehicle requested a search.
Thu 5/28/2009 10:34 AM10-Mile Trooper Results: Troop C, St. Louis


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, St. Louis, announces the results of a two-day enforcement operation in Troop C.
Thu 5/28/2009 08:10 AMTroop E Announces All American Buckle-Up And Memorial Day Weekend Totals


Captain George Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, announces the Memorial Day weekend traffic crash and enforcement totals for the Troop E area, which consists of 13 counties in southeast Missouri. The enforcement operations included All American Buckle-Up Week and the Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort).
Wed 5/27/2009 03:35 PMTroop E Results Of "10-Mile Trooper Project"


Captain George E. Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, Poplar Bluff, announces the results of a two-day enforcement operation in Troop E. The 10-Mile trooper operation was conducted on Interstate 55 and U.S. Highway 60 on May 22, 2009, and May 25, 2009.
Wed 5/27/2009 03:33 PMTen Mile Trooper Results, Troop D


Captain Juan Villanueva, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, MO, announces the results of a two-day enforcement operation in Troop D.
Wed 5/27/2009 09:19 AMSelective Traffic Enforcement Operations To Be Conducted By Troop B Officers During The Month Of June 2009


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces Troop B officers will be conducting two Selective Traffic Enforcement Operations during the month of June 2009.
Wed 5/27/2009 09:08 AMTroop H: Area Results Of Ten-Mile Trooper


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H in St. Joseph announces the results of a two-day enforcement operation in Troop H. The 10-Mile trooper operation was conducted on Interstate 29 on May 22, 2009 and May 25, 2009.
Wed 5/27/2009 08:06 AMPatrol Reports On Ten Mile Trooper Operation


Colonel James F. Keathley, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the results of the 10-Mile Trooper special enforcement project, which took place over the Memorial Day weekend 2009.
Tue 5/26/2009 03:43 PM Zero Fatalities In Troop D's 18-County Area During Memorial Day Holiday


Captain Juan Villanueva, commanding officer, Troop D, Springfield is pleased to announce zero fatalities occurred in the Troop D area during the Memorial Day holiday.
Tue 5/26/2009 03:35 PMResults of "Ten Mile Trooper" Project In Troop F


Captain Dale A. Schmidt, commanding officer, Troop F Headquarters, Jefferson City, announced today the results of the “Ten Mile Trooper” saturations that were held on Interstate 70 in Boone, Cooper and Montgomery counties.
Tue 5/26/2009 02:20 PMResults Of May DWI Saturations--Miller And Camden County


Captain Dale A. Schmidt, commanding officer, Troop F Headquarters, Jefferson City, announced today the results of driving while intoxicated saturations that were held in Miller County and Camden County during May 2009.
Tue 5/26/2009 02:02 PMTroop A Announces Memorial Day Weekend Enforcement And Crash Totals


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces the Memorial Day weekend traffic crash and enforcement totals for the Troop A area, which consists of 13 counties in west central Missouri.
Tue 5/26/2009 11:10 AMSobriety Checkpoint/Saturation Announcement--Osage County


Captain Dale A. Schmidt, commanding officer, Missouri State Highway Patrol, Troop F, Jefferson City, MO, announces that sometime during the month of June 2009, a sobriety checkpoint/saturation will be conducted in Osage County.
Tue 5/26/2009 10:15 AMPatrol Announces Four DWI Saturations In Dallas County


Captain Juan Villanueva, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, announces that during the months of June, July, and August 2009, troopers will conduct four DWI saturations in Dallas County.
Tue 5/26/2009 10:04 AMResults Of S.T.E.P. Operations In Clay, Platte, and Lafayette Counties


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces the results of Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P.) Operations, which were conducted in Clay, Platte, and Lafayette counties.
Tue 5/26/2009 09:43 AM Seven People Die In Traffic Crashes Over Memorial Day Holiday


Seven people died in traffic crashes over the 2009 Memorial Day weekend.
Fri 5/22/2009 04:13 PMLance Shockley Sentenced To Death For Murder Of Sgt. C. Dewayne Graham Jr.


Captain Billy E. Chadwick, commanding officer of Troop G, Willow Springs, announces that today, the Honorable David P. Evans, Circuit Judge of the 37th Judicial Circuit, sentenced Lance Shockley to death for the March 2005 murder of Sergeant Carl Dewayne Graham Jr.
Thu 5/21/2009 01:14 PMTraffic Stop In Jasper County Nets 457 Pounds Of Marijuana


On May 20, 2009, a Missouri State Highway Patrol commercial vehicle enforcement trooper stopped the driver of an eastbound tractor-trailer unit on Interstate 44 in Jasper County. The stop and subsequent investigation resulted in the seizure of approximately 457 pounds of marijuana and the arrest of one person.
Thu 5/21/2009 10:48 AM Troop B: Sobriety Checkpoint In Randolph County During June 2009


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces that sometime during the month of June 2009, a sobriety checkpoint will be held in Randolph County.
Thu 5/21/2009 10:41 AMResults Of Selective Traffic Enforcement Operations Conducted By Troop B Officers On May 9, 2009, And May 15, 2009


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of Selective Traffic Enforcement Operations conducted by Troop B officers on May 9, 2009, and May 15, 2009.
Thu 5/21/2009 08:46 AMTroop F To Participate In "10-mile Trooper Project"



Captain Dale A. Schmidt, commanding officer of Troop F, Jefferson City, announces that Troop F will participate in a program designed to provide maximum manpower during the travel days of the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Wed 5/20/2009 03:30 PM Troop C Announces "10-Mile Trooper Project"


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, Weldon Spring, announces that Troop C will participate in a program designed to provide maximum manpower during the travel days of the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Wed 5/20/2009 03:14 PMTroop H Officers To Participate in "10-Mile Trooper Project"


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H in St. Joseph, announces that Troop H will be involved in a program to provide maximum manpower during the travel days of the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Wed 5/20/2009 03:12 PM"10-Mile Trooper Project" In Troop D


Captain Juan Villanueva, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, announces that Troop D will participate in a program designed to provide maximum manpower during the peak travel days of the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Wed 5/20/2009 12:08 PMCocaine Seizure On Interstate 44 In Jasper County


On May 19, 2009, a Missouri State Highway Patrol commercial vehicle officer stopped the driver of an eastbound tractor-trailer unit on Interstate 44 in Jasper County.
Wed 5/20/2009 10:40 AMTroop B Officers To Participate In "10-Mile Trooper Project"


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces that Troop B will participate in a program designed to provide maximum manpower during the travel days of the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Tue 5/19/2009 03:45 PM "10-Mile Trooper Project" In Troop G


Captain Billy E. Chadwick, commanding officer of Troop G, Willow Springs, announces that Troop G will participate in a program designed to provide maximum manpower during the travel days of the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Tue 5/19/2009 03:41 PMUPDATE: Suspects Apprehended In Heavy Equipment Theft Ring


After concluding today’s investigation, involving multiple law enforcement agencies, suspects that have been apprehended, processed, and charged for their involvement in multiple thefts of heavy equipment are listed.
Tue 5/19/2009 03:39 PMTroop G: Special Olympics T-Shirts On Sale


Employees from Troop G of the Missouri State Highway Patrol will be selling “Torch Run” T-shirts to raise money to support Special Olympics Missouri. The T-shirts will be on sale at the West Plains Wal-Mart Supercenter on Saturday, May 30, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Tue 5/19/2009 09:02 AMTroop D To Hold News Conference 10 a.m. Today


After concluding a yearlong investigation, involving multiple law enforcement agencies, suspects are currently being apprehended, processed, and charged for their involvement in multiple thefts of heavy equipment. A 10 a.m. news conference will highlight the investigation.
Mon 5/18/2009 03:08 PMTroop A: Results Of Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program Truck Check In Kansas City, Missouri


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces the results of the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) Truck Check conducted May 12, through May 14, 2009, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Mon 5/18/2009 03:07 PM Troop E Officers To Participate in "10-Mile Trooper Project"


Captain George E. Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, Poplar Bluff, announces a program designed to provide maximum manpower during the travel days of the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Mon 5/18/2009 12:06 PMTroop A: S.T.E.P Operation In Ray County


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces that on June 12, 2009, members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol will conduct a Selective Traffic Enforcement Operation on all major highways in Ray County.
Mon 5/18/2009 12:05 PMTroop A To Conduct DWI Checkpoint In Benton County


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces that members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint in Benton County sometime during the month of June.
Mon 5/18/2009 12:03 PMTroop A Schedules DWI Checkpoint In Ray County


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces that members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint in Ray County sometime during the month of May.
Mon 5/18/2009 12:02 PMTroop A: Results Of DWI Checkpoint In Clay County


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces the results of a sobriety checkpoint conducted on May 15, 2009. The checkpoint was a joint effort with the Kansas City Police Department.
Thu 5/14/2009 01:57 PMMay Is Motorcycle Safety Month


Colonel James F. Keathley, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, would like to make the public aware of Motorcycle Safety Month. Favorable weather is practically an invitation to motorcyclists to go for a ride.
Thu 5/14/2009 08:35 AMTroop B: Results Of Commercial Motor Vehicle Selected Traffic Enforcement Operation


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of a Commercial Motor Vehicle Selective Traffic Enforcement Operation conducted in Macon County.
Wed 5/13/2009 04:06 PMTroop I Announces Results Of Special Enforcement Operations


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces the results of two special enforcement operations conducted by Troop I officers thus far in the month of May
Tue 5/12/2009 02:58 PMTroop D Officers To Participate In "Click It Or Ticket" Campaign


Captain Juan Villanueva, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, announces that from May 18, 2009, through May 31, 2009, Troop D officers will be conducting a “Click It or Ticket” operation in Christian, Lawrence, Newton, Polk, and Webster counties.
Tue 5/12/2009 09:37 AMTroop C Operation P.R.O.T.E.C.T. Results In Franklin County


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, St Louis, is pleased to announce the results of the Operation P.R.O.T.E.C.T. project that was conducted on Tuesday, May 5, 2009, in Franklin County on Missouri Highway 100.
Mon 5/11/2009 11:26 AMNew Trooper For Troop G


Trooper Garrett J. Loring has been assigned to Zone 3, northern Howell and Shannon counties.
Mon 5/11/2009 11:24 AMTroop E Officers To Participate in "Click It Or Ticket" Enforcement Campaign


Captain George E. Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, Poplar Bluff, announces that from May 18, 2009, through May 31, 2009, Troop E officers will be conducting a “Click It Or Ticket” operation in Scott and Stoddard counties.
Mon 5/11/2009 10:58 AME: Traffic Stop On Interstate 55 Results in Drug Arrest


On May 7, 2009, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a member of the Missouri State Highway Patrol stopped a 2000 Buick LeSabre traveling north on Interstate 55 in New Madrid County for a traffic violation.
Mon 5/11/2009 08:46 AMTroop B: "Click It Or Ticket" Enforcement Campaign In Adair County


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces that from May 18, 2009, through May 31, 2009, Troop B officers will be conducting a “Click It Or Ticket” enforcement operation in Adair County.
Mon 5/11/2009 08:41 AMPike County Homicide Investigation


Captain Luke Vislay, director of the Division of Drug and Crime Control, announces the arrest of Douglas J. Howery, 57, of Springfield, Missouri. Howery was arrested in Springfield at approximately 6 p.m., on May 7, 2009, regarding the murder investigation of Betty Ann Howery.
Thu 5/7/2009 02:04 PMPatrol Reminds Motorists To Obey Traffic Laws


Colonel James F. Keathley, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, would like to remind motorists to obey all traffic laws. Missouri laws are designed to help keep our roadways safer for everyone.
Thu 5/7/2009 09:52 AMHave A Safe Memorial Day!


The first holiday weekend will soon arrive. Memorial Day weekend is an opportunity for Missourians to enjoy the many recreational possibilities in this great state. Whether you will be visiting family, going to one of Missouri’s lakes, or enjoying other travel destinations, the Missouri State Highway Patrol urges everyone to think about safety when making plans for the upcoming holiday weekend.
Thu 5/7/2009 07:54 AMTraffic Stop On Interstate 55 Results In Drug Arrest


On April 29, 2009, at approximately 12:41 p.m., a member of the Missouri State Highway Patrol stopped a 1997 Dodge Intrepid traveling south on Interstate 55 in New Madrid County for a traffic violation.
Wed 5/6/2009 03:30 PMPatrol Reminds Motorists To Obey Traffic Laws


Colonel James F. Keathley, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, would like to remind motorists to obey all traffic laws. Missouri laws are designed to help keep our roadways safer for everyone.
Wed 5/6/2009 01:55 PMPatrol Advises Motorists to Obey Traffic Laws



Colonel James F. Keathley, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, would like to remind motorists to obey all traffic laws. Missouri laws are designed to help keep our roadways safer for everyone.
Wed 5/6/2009 01:54 PMHazardous Moving Violation Project In St. Charles County


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, St. Louis, announces that sometime during the month of May, the Missouri State Highway Patrol will conduct a hazardous moving violation operation in St. Charles County.
Wed 5/6/2009 01:53 PMResults Of Sobriety Saturation In St. Louis County


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, St. Louis, announces the results of a driving while intoxicated saturation conducted on Friday, May 1, 2009, in St. Louis County.
Wed 5/6/2009 01:18 PMResults Of Driving While Intoxicated Saturations In May 2009


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces the results of two driving while intoxicated saturations that were conducted the first two days of May 2009.
Wed 5/6/2009 01:17 PMPatrol Reminds Motorists To Obey Traffic Laws


Colonel James F. Keathley, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, would like to remind motorists to obey all traffic laws. Missouri laws are designed to help keep our roadways safer for everyone.
Wed 5/6/2009 12:29 PM Patrol Reminds Motorists To Obey Traffic Laws


Colonel James F. Keathley, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, would like to remind motorists to obey all traffic laws. Missouri laws are designed to help keep our roadways safer for everyone.
Wed 5/6/2009 12:28 PMResults Of Sobriety Checkpoint Conducted In Franklin County


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, St. Louis, announces the results of a sobriety checkpoint conducted in Franklin County by Troop C officers.
Wed 5/6/2009 11:05 AMResults Of Troop E DWI Checkpoint In Cape Girardeau County


Captain George E. Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, announces the results of a DWI checkpoint conducted in Troop E, Cape Girardeau County, beginning on May 2, 2009, at 10 p.m. and ending on May 3, 2009, at 3 a.m.
Tue 5/5/2009 02:20 PMTroop E Announces Special Olympics T-shirt & Hat Sale In Poplar Bluff


Captain George Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, Poplar Bluff, Missouri, would like to announce that Troop E employees will be selling Special Olympics Missouri T-shirts and hats this Saturday, May 9, 2009.
Tue 5/5/2009 02:19 PMResults Of Troop E DWI Saturations


Captain George E. Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, announces the results of DWI saturations conducted in Troop E, which began on May 1, 2009, at 11 p.m. and ended on May 2, 2009, at 3 a.m.
Tue 5/5/2009 01:58 PMTroop H: Andrew County Sobriety Checkpoint Results


On May 1, 2009, a sobriety checkpoint was conducted in Andrew County. A total of 12 troopers were assigned to the four-hour operation.
Tue 5/5/2009 01:49 PMResults Of DWI Saturation In Buchanan County


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H in St. Joseph, announces the results of a driving while intoxicated saturation held on May 2, 2009, in Buchanan County.
Mon 5/4/2009 04:28 PM Troop G Releases Results Of DWI Saturation In Howell County


A total of 47 arrests and 62 warnings were issued in conjunction with a DWI Saturation conducted on May 02, 2009 in Howell County.
Mon 5/4/2009 04:15 PMTroop G Releases Checkpoint Results


A total of 156 arrests and 84 warnings were issued in conjunction with Hazardous Vehicle Conditions/Safety checkpoints conducted in Shannon County.
Mon 5/4/2009 04:14 PMResults of Sobriety Checkpoint/Saturation--Miller County


Captain Dale A. Schmidt, commanding officer, Troop F Headquarters, Jefferson City, announced today the results of a driving while intoxicated saturation that was held in Miller County on May 2, 2009. During the operation a total of 77 vehicles were stopped.
Mon 5/4/2009 04:13 PMTroop F: Results of Sobriety Checkpoint/Saturation--Boone County


Captain Dale A. Schmidt, commanding officer, Troop F Headquarters, Jefferson City, announced today the results of a driving while intoxicated saturation that was held in Boone County on May 1, 2009. During the operation a total of 47 vehicles were stopped.
Mon 5/4/2009 01:44 PM National Missing Children’s Day


Every year on May 25, Missourians are asked to remember the children who stare back each day from the posters of the missing. These are the faces of children who have been stolen from their families, run away from their families, or have been abandoned by their families. Regardless of the reason, these missing youth are in danger every day. It is the goal of National Missing Children’s Day to bring public attention to the growing problem of missing children.
Mon 5/4/2009 01:38 PMTorop B: Results Of Sobriety Checkpoint Conducted In Clark County


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of a sobriety checkpoint conducted by Troop B officers and members of the Clark County Sheriff’s Department on May 1, 2009.
Mon 5/4/2009 10:17 AMTroop G Schedules Sobriety Checkpoint


Captain Billy E. Chadwick, commanding officer of Troop G, Willow Springs, announces that a sobriety checkpoint will be held in Reynolds County sometime in the month of May.
Thu 4/30/2009 08:18 AMNews Conference, DWI Enforcement, Southwest Missouri


A news conference is scheduled today at 10 a.m. at High Street Baptist Church in Springfield, MO.
Wed 4/29/2009 09:48 AM Troop D: Impaired Driver Crack Down -- News Conference, April 30, Springfield, MO.


The Missouri State Highway Patrol and law enforcement officers across Missouri will be making a concerted effort May 1-3, in a quarterly DWI Special Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P.), to crack down on drivers impaired by alcohol and drugs.
Wed 4/29/2009 08:39 AMTroop B: STEP Results For April 2009


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of Selective Traffic Enforcement Operations conducted by Troop B officers on April 17, 2009 and April 25, 2009.
Tue 4/28/2009 02:25 PMOPERATION P.R.O.T.E.C.T. To Be Held In Franklin County


“OPERATION P.R.O.T.E.C.T.” identifies and prioritizes construction /work zones with critical issues or problems affecting highway safety through complaints from the general public, highway/construction workers, law enforcement and emergency responders, to include but not limited to recent crash statistics.
Tue 4/28/2009 02:23 PMTropo A: Results Of School Bus Inspections


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces the results of the school bus inspections conducted by the Troop A Motor Vehicle Inspection personnel.
Tue 4/28/2009 12:15 PMDriver Examination Station Closings


Driver examination stations will close for the upcoming Truman and Memorial Day holidays.
Tue 4/28/2009 12:12 PMTroop H: Tyson B. Gardner Promoted; Andrew A. Henry Transfers


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H in St. Joseph, announces a promotion and a transfer.
Tue 4/28/2009 08:17 AMTroop I Announces Special Enforcement Operations for May


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces that during the month of May troopers assigned to Troop I will be involved in three special enforcement operations.
Tue 4/28/2009 08:15 AMTroop I Announces Special Olympics T-shirt and Cap Sale in Sullivan


Troop I employees will have their final sale this Saturday, May 2, 2009, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Sullivan Wal-Mart.
Mon 4/27/2009 10:45 AMTroop C Announces Results of Operation A.R.R.E.S.T.


Operation A.R.R.E.S.T. was conducted on Saturday, April 25, 2009, from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m., Sunday, April 26, 2009 in Jefferson County. This eight-hour project was conducted by six officers, who focused their enforcement efforts on identifying hazardous motor vehicle operations and impaired driving conditions, in an effort to reduce the number and severity of traffic crashes.
Fri 4/24/2009 01:32 PMDriving While Intoxicated Checkpoint To Be Held In Franklin County


A sobriety checkpoint will be conducted sometime during the month of May in Franklin County.
Fri 4/24/2009 01:24 PMTraffic Stop Results In Drug Arrest On I-70 In Lafayette County


Members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Team stopped a 2002 Peterbilt tractor-trailer unit on eastbound Interstate 70 at Missouri Route H in Lafayette County for a compliance check. The driver of the tractor-trailer gave the troopers consent to search the vehicle. The search of the tractor-trailer resulted in the seizure of approximately six hundred pounds of processed marijuana located within the truck’s load of produce.
Fri 4/24/2009 01:17 PMSobriety Checkpoints And Saturations To Be Held In Polk, Stone, And Dallas Counties


Sobriety checkpoints, in conjunction with driving while intoxicated saturations, will be held in Polk, Stone, and Dallas counties sometime during the month of May 2009.
Thu 4/23/2009 02:42 PMTroop C Announces Results Of Operation P.R.O.T.E.C.T.


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, St. Louis, is pleased to announce the results of the OPERATION P.R.O.T.E.C.T project that was conducted on April 22, 2009, in St. Charles County on U.S. Highway 61 south of Interstate 70.
Thu 4/23/2009 08:19 AM Troop B Officers To Conduct Selective Enforcement Operations During The Month Of May 2009



Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces Troop B officers will be conducting six Selective Traffic Enforcement Operations during the Month of May 2009.
Thu 4/23/2009 08:17 AMPatrol Announces Missouri Winners For National Missing Children’s Day Poster Contest


Colonel James F. Keathley, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, congratulates three young artists from Missouri. These three fifth grade students were selected as the top state winners in the 2009 National Missing Children’s Day Poster Contest.
Tue 4/21/2009 03:31 PMOPERATION P.R.O.T.E.C.T Detail In St. Charles County


OPERATION P.R.O.T.E.C.T.” (Patrol Response Operation To Enforcement of Construction/work zone Traffic) is an initiative to assess, identify, and prioritize construction/work zones with critical issues or problems affecting highway safety through complaints from the general public, highway/construction workers, law enforcement, and emergency responders.
Tue 4/21/2009 03:02 PMTroop C To Conduct "Operation A.R.R.E.S.T."


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer Troop C, St. Louis, announces “Operation A.R.R.E.S.T” (Alcohol Related Response Enforcement Strike Team).
Mon 4/20/2009 03:14 PMTroop I Announces Special Olympics T-shirt Sale At Rolla Wal-Mart


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, would like to thank those individuals who have already purchased either a Special Olympics Missouri T-shirt or baseball cap from a Troop I employee this year.
Mon 4/20/2009 03:07 PMTroop I Announces Results Of Speed Saturation In Pulaski County


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces the results of an “Arrive Alive” selective enforcement operation, which specifically targeted drivers exceeding the posted speed limit.
Mon 4/20/2009 01:08 PMTroop G Employees To Sell Special Olympic T-Shirts


Employees from the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Troop G will be selling “Torch Run” T-shirts to raise money to support Special Olympics Missouri. The T-shirts will be on sale at the Mountain Grove Wal-Mart Supercenter on Saturday, April 25, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., with all proceeds going to benefit Special Olympics athletes from Wright County.
Mon 4/20/2009 11:32 AMTroop E Announces DWI Saturations


Captain George E. Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, announces that Troop E officers will conduct DWI saturations during the month of May.
Mon 4/20/2009 10:04 AMTraffic Stop On Interstate 55 Results In Drug Arrest


On April 14, 2009, at approximately 3:20 p.m., a member of the Missouri State Highway Patrol stopped a 2008 Ford Focus traveling north on Interstate 55 in New Madrid County for a traffic violation.
Mon 4/20/2009 09:16 AMPatrol Recognizes 13 Employees


Colonel James F. Keathley, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, is proud to announce 13 employees were honored at the Patrol’s 19th annual awards and The MASTERS banquet on April 18, 2009.
Fri 4/17/2009 04:18 PMPatrol Arrests Armed Robbery Suspects In Jasper County


On April 16, 2009, at approximately 6:55 p.m., troopers with the Missouri State Highway Patrol stopped the driver and passenger of a Volvo tractor-trailer unit in Jasper County near the 11-mile marker of Interstate 44. Both occupants of the vehicle were suspects in an armed robbery earlier on April 16 at Hoods Truck Stop on I-44 in western Greene County.
Thu 4/16/2009 03:00 PMTruck Driver Arrested For Causing Fatal Crash On Interstate 40


On Friday, April 10, 2009, two officers from the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Jeffrey R. Knight in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, on three counts of manslaughter and escorted him back to St. Louis County.
Wed 4/15/2009 02:00 PMTroop I Announces Special Olympic T-shirt Sales At Cuba Wal-Mart


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, would like to thank those individuals who have already purchased either a Special Olympics of Missouri T-shirt or baseball cap from a Troop I employee this year. However, it is not too late, as another sale will take place this Saturday, April 18, 2009, from 10 a.m until 2 p.m. at the Cuba Wal-Mart.
Wed 4/15/2009 01:59 PMTroop C Employees To Participate In Red Robin Tip-A-Cop Event For Special Olympics


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, is pleased to announce an upcoming fundraiser benefiting the athletes of Special Olympics Missouri. On Saturday, April 18, 2009, from 12:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Troop C employees will participate in the “2nd Annual Red Robin Tip-A-Cop Event” at the Dardenne Prairie Red Robin restaurant, located at Highway N and Highway 40, in St. Charles County.
Tue 4/14/2009 12:37 PMTroop A: Student Alliance Program Conducted At Clinton High School


On April 8, 2009, members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol completed a Student Alliance Program at Clinton High School. This is the second year the Highway Patrol has conducted the student alliance program at Clinton High School. The program consisted of troopers coming to the school, one day each week for six weeks.
Tue 4/14/2009 10:57 AMTroop C: St. Francois County HMV Project Results


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, St. Louis, announces the results of a hazardous moving project conducted in St. Francois County by Troop C.
Tue 4/14/2009 10:18 AMPatrol To Conduct Sobriety Saturation In St. Louis County


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, announces that the Missouri State Highway Patrol will be conducting a sobriety saturation in St. Louis County sometime during the month of May.
Mon 4/13/2009 08:52 AM Hannibal Resident Arrested For Making A Terrorist Threat


On Saturday, April 11, 2009, at approximately 5 p.m., members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested Robyn R. Nalley, 41, of Hannibal, Missouri, for felony making a terrorist threat.
Fri 4/10/2009 11:23 AMTroop A Officers To Participate In "Click It Or Ticket" Enforcement Campaign


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces a “Click It or Ticket” enforcement operations during the month of May. Members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol will be conducting the “Click It or Ticket” campaign in Platte, Clay, Jackson, Lafayette, and Johnson counties.
Fri 4/10/2009 11:08 AMTroop A: Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P.) Operations In May 2009


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P.) Operations will be conducted sometime during the month of May in Clay, Lafayette, and Jackson counties.
Fri 4/10/2009 11:05 AMTroop A: DWI Checkpoint In Clay County, Missouri


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, announces a sobriety checkpoint will be held in Clay County, Missouri, sometime during the month of May. The checkpoint will be a joint effort with the Kansas City Police Department.
Fri 4/10/2009 11:04 AMTroop A: DWI Saturations In Platte/Johnson Counties Scheduled May 2009


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces that sometime during the month of May, driving while intoxicated saturations will be conducted in Platte and Johnson counties.
Thu 4/9/2009 08:38 AMTroop I Employees To Serve Pizza For Special Olympics


On Tuesday, April 14, 2009, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., Troop I employees will raise funds for Special Olympics Missouri (SOMO) by serving and working at Pizza Inn in Rolla. All tips and 20% of each sale will be donated to help Special Olympics athletes as they strive to bring home the gold.
Wed 4/8/2009 01:27 PM Troop I Announces Results Of Sobriety Checkpoint


A total of 17 arrests were made and 79 warnings issued as a result of a sobriety checkpoint held on U.S. Highway 63, approximately one-half mile north of the Rolla city limits.
Wed 4/8/2009 09:46 AMTroop I Announces Special Olympics T-shirt Sale


In 2009, Missouri State Highway Patrol employees from Troop I will be raising money to benefit Special Olympics of Missouri (SOMO). Last year, Troop I employees raised $8,768 in sales and donations for Special Olympics.
Wed 4/8/2009 09:26 AMTroop B: Sobriety Checkpoint In Clark County During May 2009


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces that sometime during the month of May 2009, a sobriety checkpoint will be held in Clark County.
Tue 4/7/2009 03:11 PMPhone Number Change For Commercial Driver's License Appointments



Phone Number Change For Commercial Driver's License Appointments
Tue 4/7/2009 02:49 PMPilot Of Canadian Aircraft Taken Into Custody


On April 06, 2009, at approximately 08:45 p.m., a single-engine Cessna aircraft landed on or near Missouri Route FF, 6 miles west of Ellsinore, Missouri, in Carter County. The pilot, later identified as Adam Dylan Leon, 31, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada fled the scene on foot.
Mon 4/6/2009 04:33 PMCarthage Resident To Be Presented Missouri State Highway Patrol Honorary Trooper Certificate


Captain Juan Villanueva, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, announces that Mr. Justin M. Riley, of Carthage, MO, will be presented a Missouri State Highway Patrol Honorary Trooper Certificate as a result of his lifesaving actions on June 11, 2008. The ceremony will take place at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, 2009, at the Troop D Service Center located on U.S. Highway 71 at Cedar Road, south of Carthage.
Mon 4/6/2009 04:28 PMTroop E: Sobriety Checkpoint Announcement--Butler County


Captain George Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, Poplar Bluff, Missouri, announces that sometime during the month of April 2009, a sobriety checkpoint will be conducted in Butler County.
Mon 4/6/2009 03:19 PMTroop D: Results From DWI Checkpoint, Jasper County.


On Friday evening, April 3, 2009, the Missouri State Highway Patrol in conjunction with Jasper County Sheriff’s Office conducted a DWI checkpoint. The checkpoint, located at Missouri Route 43 and Fountain Road, was determined by past arrests, incidents, and traffic crashes in the county.
Mon 4/6/2009 03:18 PMTroop H: Announcement Of Sobriety Checkpoint And Saturation


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H, St Joseph, announces that sometime during the month of May, Troop H will conduct a sobriety checkpoint and a driving while intoxicated saturation operation. The sobriety checkpoint and saturation will be conducted in Buchanan County.
Mon 4/6/2009 02:42 PMTroop H: Results Of Hazardous Moving Operation


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H in St. Joseph, announces the results of a special operation. The hazardous moving operation was conducted on April 3, 2009, in Buchanan County and was designed to target vehicles that are being operated in a hazardous manner.
Mon 4/6/2009 10:47 AMMissouri Information Analysis Center (MIAC) Director Appointed


Colonel James F. Keathley, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces effective April 6, 2009, Lieutenant David A. Hall is being appointed director of the Missouri Information Analysis Center.
Mon 4/6/2009 08:50 AMPatrol Seeks Information On Assault With Motor Vehicle In Johnson County


On April 3, 2009, at approximately 7:00 p.m., a member of the Missouri State Highway Patrol was dispatched to the scene of a minor injury crash on County Road 530 east of Missouri Route AA in Johnson County.
Thu 4/2/2009 03:00 PMTraffic Stop Yields 350 Pounds Of Marijuana


On Thursday, April 2, 2009, a trooper stopped an eastbound 2008 Forest River RV for speed on Interstate 44 at the 82-mile marker, in Greene County.
Wed 4/1/2009 10:18 AMTroopers Dustin Berry And Matthew Lewis Assigned To Troop B


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the transfers of two troopers to Troop B effective April 1, 2009.
Tue 3/31/2009 03:15 PMSergeant Al Raetz, 30-Year-Veteran, Retires