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

Troop H Headquarters-3525 North Belt-St. Joseph, MO 64506


News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Jacob P. Angle
(816) 387-2345, ext. 3847
H92914
September 29, 2014

EMPHASIS: Results Of Click It Seat Belt Enforcement Operation In Nodaway County

Captain James E. McDonald, commanding officer Troop H, St. Joseph, releases the following information:

A total of 11 arrests and 14 warnings were issued in conjunction with a seat belt enforcement operation in Nodaway County on September 26, 2014. This operation included all roadways in Nodaway County. Totals from this enforcement effort include:

2--Citations for speed
1--Citation for failure to wear seat belt
1--Citation for non-moving violation
1--Citation for no insurance
3--Misdemeanor drug arrests
1--Driving while intoxicated arrest
1--Citation for driving while suspended
1--Citation for careless and imprudent driving

Captain McDonald says, “The results of this operation are an example of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s commitment to keeping our roadways safe through strict enforcement.”

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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