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

TROOP C HEADQUARTERS
891 Technology Drive
Weldon Spring, MO 63304


NEWS RELEASE

For further information please contact: Sergeant Al Nothum
(636) 300-2800 ext. 3340
#C010982
February 1, 2010

EMPHASIS: Operation A.R.R.E.S.T. To Be Conducted In St. Louis County


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer, Troop C, Weldon Spring, announces “Operation A.R.R.E.S.T” (Alcohol Related Response Enforcement Strike Team). The purpose of Operation A.R.R.E.S.T. is to increase the motoring public’s awareness of the potential hazards of operating a motor vehicle while in an intoxicated condition. Troopers continually work to maximize enforcement efforts in deterring impaired driving, removing intoxicated drivers from Missouri roadways, and reducing fatalities and injuries through vigorous enforcement of Missouri traffic laws.

Operation A.R.R.E.S.T. will utilize six Missouri state troopers. The six troopers have been chosen because of their dedication and leadership in removing intoxicated drivers from Missouri roadways.

Operation A.R.R.E.S.T. will take place in St. Louis County on Friday, February 12, 2010. The operation will commence at 7 p.m. and end at 3 a.m. on Saturday, February 13, 2010.






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