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
March 29, 2010
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EMPHASIS: Troop I Announces Results Of Enforcement Operations


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces the results of two special enforcement projects conducted by Troop I officers during the month of March. On March 5, 2010, a hazardous moving enforcement operation was conducted in Crawford County. During the operation two assigned troopers stopped 45vehicles, which resulted in the issuance of 21 warnings and the following traffic citations:
Speed: 12
Seat Belt Violations: 2
Driver’s License Violation: 1

On March 12, 2010, a DWI saturation was conducted in Pulaski County. Four troopers were assigned to the operation, which began at 7 p.m. and ended the next morning at 3 a.m. The officers issued 18 warnings, investigated two traffic crashes, and made arrests or issued citations for the following offenses:
DWI: 4
Speed: 3
Seat Belt Violation: 1
Stop Sign Violation: 1
Following Too Close: 1
Hazardous Moving Violation: 1
Driver's License Violation: 3

Captain Kenley stated, "With the warmer temperatures of spring, many construction projects will soon be in full swing. Please slow down and pay close attention to those working on the roads as you pass through these construction zones. Remember, those individuals are working hard to make our roads better for everyone."
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