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

Troop H Headquarters - 3525 North Belt - St. Joseph, MO 64506-1370


News Release

For further information please contact: Sgt. Sheldon A. Lyon
816-387-2345
H02102
February 22, 2010

EMPHASIS: Announcement of Sobriety Checkpoint


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H in St, Joseph, announces that sometime during the month of March, a sobriety checkpoint will be held in Atchison County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol will conduct this checkpoint.
“Sobriety checkpoints are conducted in areas that have a high frequency of alcohol-related arrests and crashes,” Captain Duane L. Robinson said.
Drivers can use the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s toll-free numbers for reporting emergencies. These numbers are 1-800-525-5555 or cellular * 55.
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