For further information please contact: Sergeant Brent J. Bernhardt
(660) 385-2132
B07076
July 16, 2007

EMPHASIS: Patrol To Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint In Randolph County


Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces that sometime during the month of July 2007, a sobriety checkpoint will be held in Randolph County. The checkpoint will be conducted by the Missouri State Highway Patrol in cooperation with other area local law enforcement agencies.
“Sobriety checkpoints are an innovative means of detecting and removing the alcohol-impaired driver from our highways,” stated Captain Elliott. “Driving while intoxicated continues to be a major contributing factor of traffic crashes in Missouri,” the Captain added.
Capt. Elliott urges all citizens to help law enforcement efforts to apprehend intoxicated drivers. If you suspect a motorist of driving while intoxicated or observe a vehicle being driven in an erratic manner, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. The Highway Patrol has toll-free numbers for reporting emergencies. These numbers are 1-800-525-5555 or cellular *55.


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