For further information please contact: Sgt. Sheldon A. Lyon
816-387-2345
H06112
June 6, 2011

EMPHASIS: Troop H Officers To Participate In "20-Mile Trooper Project"


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H, in St. Joseph, announces that Troop H will be involved in a program to provide maximum manpower during the travel days of the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The “20-mile trooper project” is designed to assign a trooper every 20 miles on designated interstates and U.S. highways in Troop H. The designated highways in Troop H are, Interstate 29, U.S. 36, U.S. 65, U.S. 71, and U.S. 169. The dates of operation for the program are July 1, 2011, and July 4, 2011.

Troopers will be enforcing all traffic violations and assisting the motoring public who encounter problems.
To report aggressive driving, motorists can use the Patrol’s emergency telephone numbers. They are 1-800-525-5555 or cellular *55.

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