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

TROOP C HEADQUARTERS
891 Technology Drive
Weldon Spring, MO 63304


NEWS RELEASE

For further information please contact: Sergeant Al Nothum
(636) 300-2800
C010187
November 29, 2010

EMPHASIS: Troop C Operation P.R.O.T.E.C.T. Results In Jefferson County


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, Weldon Spring, is pleased to announce the results of the Operation P.R.O.T.E.C.T. project that was conducted on Tuesday, November 23, 2010, in Jefferson County. During the eight-hour project, nine troopers focused their attention on violations that occurred in the construction/work zone on Interstate 55, north of Pevely, Missouri.

As a result of the enforcement program, a total of 88 summonses and 95 warnings were issued. Of those summonses, 59 individuals were cited for exceeding the speed limit, six for no seat belt, five for no insurance, and three for driving while revoked, suspended, or no license. The remaining summonses were issued for miscellaneous traffic violations. During the eight-hour project, a total of 90 vehicles were stopped for traffic violations.

Captain Johnson said, “These types of operations that are conducted in construction/work zones make it safer for the motoring public, contractors, and state employees. Please obey the reduced speed limits and be attentive while driving through work zones.”
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