MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL
a division of the
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Troop H Headquarters-3525 North Belt Highway-St. Joseph, MO. 64506


News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Sheldon Lyon
816-387-2345
H08131
August 2, 2013

EMPHASIS: Increased Patrol Presence On Interstate 29


Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H, St. Joseph, announces an enforcement program which will increase the presence of troopers on Interstate 29. Beginning August 1, 2013, there will be increased patrol presence on Interstate 29 in Andrew and Buchanan Counties. This enforcement program is in response to the recent increase of traffic crashes that have resulted in the highway being blocked. Troopers will be enforcing all traffic laws, but will be paying close attention to drivers that are following too closely, speeding, improperly changing lanes, failing to yield to emergency vehicles, driving while intoxicated, and any hazardous moving violations. Troopers will also be adhering to the Patrol’s zero tolerance policy for seat belt and child restraint violations. Hours for the operation will coincide with high traffic volumes and will continue until September 30, 2013.
Captain Robinson stated, “The safety of the motoring public is our priority. The Missouri State Highway Patrol is committed to highway safety.”
Captain Robinson urges you to telephone the Patrol if you observe any vehicle being driven in an erratic manner. Drivers can use the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s toll-free numbers for reporting emergencies. These numbers are 1-800-525-5555 or cellular * 55.
The Patrol encourages motorists to protect themselves from all types of hazardous drivers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Click It 4 Life!

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