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

Troop I Headquarters, P.O. Box 128, Rolla, Mo 65402


News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Dan Crain
573-368-2345
June 9, 2014
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EMPHASIS: Troop I Announces Boater Safety Enforcement Operation


Captain James W. Remillard, commanding officer of Troop I, announces that sometime during the month of June 2014, Troop I officers will participate in a special enforcement operation on the Gasconade River in Phelps and Pulaski counties. The emphasis of the operation will be the detection of those individuals who are operating either a motor vehicle near the river’s accesses, or water vessel on the river, while intoxicated.
Captain Remillard stated, “No one should have to travel a Missouri highway or waterway with the fear that an impaired driver or operator may put their life or the lives of their family in jeopardy. Protecting those on our roads, lakes, and streams from these unsafe practices will always be a priority. To that end, we will strictly and vigilantly enforce all Missouri laws.”
In support of “The Drive To ZERO Highway Deaths,” the Patrol encourages motorists to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life and Wear It!!

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