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

Troop A Headquarters - 504 S.E. Blue Parkway - Lee's Summit, MO. 64063


NEWS RELEASE

For further information please contact: Sergeant Scott E. Meyer
816-622-0800, ext. 259
A080901
August 11, 2009

EMPHASIS: Results Of S.T.E.P. Operation In Carroll County


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces the results of a Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P.) Operation, which was conducted in Carroll County. The operation was conducted on August 8, 2009. The goal of the operation was for troopers to saturate all major highways and enforce traffic laws related to speed, hazardous moving violations, driving while intoxicated, and seat belt compliance.
On August 8, 2009, three officers worked an eight-hour operation. The following is a list of enforcement contacts for the operation:
1 - felony driving while intoxicated arrest
1 - speed violation
3 - seat belt citations
1 - child restraint violation
40 - warnings

Captain Powell stated, “Our troopers are working hard to make the highways safe for the motoring public. Remember to do your part. Be a safe, responsible driver.”

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