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 21, 2012
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EMPHASIS: Troop I Announces Results Of Sobriety Checkpoint


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces the results of a sobriety checkpoint that was conducted on U.S. Highway 63, approximately one-half mile north of the Rolla city limits. During the operation, which took place from 10 p.m., on March 17, 2012, until 2 a.m., on March 18, 2012, troopers stopped 200 vehicles, resulting in the following enforcement contacts:
DWI: 2
Speed: 1
Seat Belt Violations: 9
Non-Moving Traffic Offenses: 3
Driver’s License Violations: 4
Uninsured Motorists: 5
Misdemeanor Possession Of A Controlled Substance: 3
Minor In Possession Of Alcohol: 7
Misdemeanor Warrant Arrest: 1

Captain Kenley, stated, “I would like to thank everyone who was stopped at the checkpoint for their patience. I believe our efforts helped improve the safety of our highways.”

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