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December 8, 2008

EMPHASIS: Results Of Selective Traffic Enforcement Operation In Johnson County


Captain Robert L. Powell, commanding officer of Troop A, Lee’s Summit, announces the results of a Selective Traffic Enforcement Operation conducted in Johnson County on December 6, 2008.
Two officers focused their attention on all major highways in Johnson County. As a result of the 12-hour operation, one person was arrested for driving while intoxicated, one arrest was made on a misdemeanor warrant, and the following citations were issued: four citations for speeding, one citation for no insurance, two citations for driver’s license violations, two citations for non-moving violations, and one citation for a seat belt violation. In addition, 25 warnings were issued and two motor vehicle crashes were investigated.
Captain Powell stated, “Our goal is to make travel on Missouri highways safer for the motoring public. Remember to obey the speed limit, always buckle your seat belt, pay attention to the job of driving, and if you are going to drink alcohol, please do not drive.”
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