NEWS RELEASE

For further information please contact: Sergeant Julie A. Scerine
314-340-4028
C010831
June 10, 2008

EMPHASIS: Troop C Results From Hazardous Moving Violation Enforcement In Franklin County


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, St. Louis, is pleased to announce the results of a recent enforcement detail, which focused on identifying hazardous moving violations. Five troopers conducted the detail June 6, 2008, in Franklin County.
During the eight-hour operation these officers stopped 43 vehicles. A total of 31 arrests were made and 27 warnings were issued. The arrests included 11 for speed, eight for seat belt violations, four for hazardous moving violations, and seven summonses were issued for non-moving violations. In addition, one subject was arrested on a drug violation.
Captain Johnson stated, “Aggressive driving habits continue to be a major contributor in motor vehicle crashes. The Highway Patrol takes seriously the job of identifying and removing hazardous drivers from our roadways.”
If you observe or suspect someone of driving in an impaired or aggressive manner, motorists can report the incident to the Patrol at 1-800-525-5555 or cellular *55.

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