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
H21115
February 11, 2015

EMPHASIS: Results Of DWI Saturation Conducted In Livingston County


Captain James E. McDonald, commanding officer Troop H, St. Joseph, announces the results of a DWI (driving while intoxicated) saturation conducted in Livingston County. The saturation was held from 11:00 p.m. on February 6, 2015, to 3:00 a.m. on February 7, 2015. During this enforcement operation four 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 made 7 criminal arrests issued 13 citations and 16 warnings. The following is a list of the enforcement contacts as a result of this saturation:

2 -- Driving while intoxicated arrests
1 -- Minor in possession arrest
13 -- Summonses issued for traffic violations
4 -- Felony warrant arrests
16 -- Warnings

“Impaired driving poses a significant threat to motorists on Missouri’s roadways,” stated Captain McDonald. “One of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s highest priorities is removing the impaired driver from our roadways. If drinking is 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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