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
H07102
July 2, 2010

EMPHASIS: Sobriety Checkpoint Results


On July 2, 2010, a sobriety checkpoint was conducted in Livingston County. A total of 11 troopers were assigned to the four-hour operation.
Troopers arrested one driver for driving while intoxicated, and issued five summonses for other violations. Troopers also issued 41 warnings to motorists for minor violations. A total of 147 vehicles came into the checkpoint.
Captain Duane L. Robinson stated, “A crash involving an impaired driver could change your life permanently. Please designate a sober driver if your plans involve alcohol.”
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