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

Troop F Headquarters - 2920 North Shamrock Road - Jefferson City, MO 65102


News Release

For further information please contact: Trooper Darrin R. Haslag
(573) 751-1000
June 26, 2012
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EMPHASIS: Results Of Operation Dry Water--Troop F



Captain Gregory D. Kindle, commanding officer, Troop F, Jefferson City, announces the results of enforcement efforts to detect impaired boat operators in conjunction with the national “Operation Dry Water” campaign. This is the fourth year for the national effort to reduce impaired vessel operation by highlighting enforcement efforts.

Special enforcement operations were conducted on the Lake of the Ozarks, as well as the Osage and Gasconade rivers, on the weekend of June 22 - 24. There were a total of 182 boaters contacted during the special enforcement operation. Troopers made 15 arrests for boating while intoxicated and issued 44 citations for other safety violations.

Special enforcement operations will continue throughout the summer months. Boaters are reminded that designating a sober skipper is always the safest bet if alcohol is going to be included in their boating experience.

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