News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Sheldon Lyon
816-387-2345
H05085
May 22, 2008

EMPHASIS: Troop H Announces Sobriety Checkpoint For June


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H, announces that a sobriety checkpoint will be conducted in June.
The sobriety checkpoint will be held in DeKalb County sometime during the month. The Missouri State Highway Patrol will conduct the checkpoint with the assistance of the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Department.
Captain Robinson stated, “Impaired drivers put all motorists in danger. The sobriety checkpoint is an efficient program to remove this danger.”
The Missouri State Highway Patrol has toll-free telephone numbers for reporting emergencies. These numbers are 1-800-525-5555 or cellular *55.
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