MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL
a division of the
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Troop G Headquarters-1226 W. Bus. Highway 60/63-Willow Springs, MO 65793


News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Martin K. Elmore
417-469-3121, Ext. 241
G-05112
May 23, 2011

EMPHASIS: Troop G Prepares For Memorial Day Traffic

Captain Dwayne F. Isringhausen, commanding officer of Troop G, Willow Springs, announces that on Friday, May 27, and on Monday, May 30, 2011, Troop G officers will participate in the 20-Mile Trooper project. Troopers will patrol U.S. Highway 60 at 20-mile intervals, with an emphasis on speeding violations, careless and imprudent driving, driving while intoxicated/drugged, failure to wear a seat belt, and driving while texting.

Captain Isringhausen says, “Safe holiday travel begins with every motorist making a commitment to safe driving. Never drive drunk, drugged, or sleepy, and always pay close attention to the job of driving. Please wear your seat belt and ensure that all passengers in your vehicle do the same. Let’s work together to make this Memorial Day holiday period a safe one.”

Motorist are reminded to report unsafe driving by contacting the Highway Patrol toll-free at 1-800-525-5555 or on their cellular phone at *55.


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