News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Martin K. Elmore
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G-12084
December 22, 2008

EMPHASIS: Troop G C.A.R.E. Traffic Totals


Captain Billy E. Chadwick, commanding officer, Troop G, Willow Springs, announces the following traffic totals for the C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort) Life Savers Weekend conducted Friday, December 19 through Sunday, December 21, 2008:
Troop G reported zero fatal traffic crashes, investigated two alcohol-related traffic crashes, and investigated 10 traffic crashes on C.A.R.E. designated highways. Troopers made five DWI arrests, and issued 222 speeding citations and 76 seat belt tickets. Additionally, officers provided 63 motorist assists.
Captain Chadwick says, “Please be careful as you travel Missouri’s roadways this holiday season. By working together, we can make the 2008 Christmas holiday period the safest in recent history.”

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