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
September 7, 2010
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EMPHASIS: Troop I Announces Labor Day Weekend Arrests And Traffic Crash Totals


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces the traffic crash and arrest totals for Troop I during the Labor Day weekend counting period. This year’s counting period began at 6 p.m. on Friday, September 3, 2010, and ended at 11:59 p.m., Monday, September 6, 2010.
During that period, troopers assigned to the six counties that comprise Troop I investigated 25 traffic crashes that resulted in 13 injuries and no fatalities. Troop I officers also made 10 arrests for driving while intoxicated. Over the same holiday period last year, troopers assigned to Troop I investigated 28 crashes that resulted in seven injuries and no fatalities. Troop I officers made eight DWI arrests last year over the Labor Day weekend counting period.
As a part of “Operation C.A.R.E.” (Combined Accident Reduction Effort) over the holiday weekend, Troop I officers issued 404 citations for speeding, 101 for seat belt violations, and seven for child restraint violations. Troopers also assisted 160 motorists and issued 791 warnings.
Captain Kenley stated, “I hope the summer 2010 was both enjoyable and safe for your family. Please help us keep our highways safe by following the rules of the road and always being a courteous driver.”


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