News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Sheldon Lyon
816-387-2345
H07085
July 7, 2008

EMPHASIS: Results of Sobriety Checkpoint


On July 4, 2008, a sobriety checkpoint was held in Livingston County. A total of ten troopers were assigned to the checkpoint.
A total of two arrests and 70 warnings were issued during the checkpoint. This total includes one arrest for driving while intoxicated and one summons issued for a hazardous moving violation. During the four-hour operation, troopers checked 374 vehicles.
Motorists who encounter impaired drivers are encouraged to contact the Missouri State Highway Patrol using the Patrol’s toll-free telephone numbers. They are 1-800-525-5555 or cellular *55.
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