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

Troop B Headquarters - 308 Pine Crest Drive - Macon, Missouri 63552


NEWS RELEASE

For further information please contact: Sergeant Brent J. Bernhardt
(660) 385-2132
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April 24, 2014

EMPHASIS: Results Of DWI Saturations Conducted In Monroe, Putnam, Randolph, And Sullivan Counties


Captain James E. Wilt, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of DWI (driving while intoxicated) saturations conducted in Monroe, Putnam, Randolph, and Sullivan counties. The saturations were held from 11:00 p.m. on April 18, 2014, to 3:00 a.m. on April 19, 2014. During these enforcement operations, officers patrolled specific areas with a goal of detecting impaired drivers and other traffic violations that contribute to traffic crashes. As a result of the operation, officers issued seven traffic citations and 26 warnings. The following is a list of enforcement contacts made during the saturation:

4 -- Citations were issued for exceeding the speed limit.
1 -- Citation was issued for a seat belt violation.
1 -- Citation was issued for an insurance violation.
1 -- Citation was issued for person under 21 years of age possessing an intoxicating beverage.

"The Patrol will conduct more traffic enforcement programs in the upcoming months," stated Captain Wilt. "The Missouri State Highway Patrol is very serious about removing the impaired driver from our roadways. If drinking is a part of your plans, choose a sober designated driver."
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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