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

Troop I Headquarters, P.O. Box 128, Rolla, Mo 65402


News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Dan Crain
573-368-2345
December 1, 2009
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EMPHASIS: Troop I Thanksgiving Holiday Crash And C.A.R.E Totals


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces the Thanksgiving weekend traffic crash and enforcement totals for the Troop I area, which consists of six south-central counties in Missouri. The five-day counting period began at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 25, 2009, and ended at 11:59 p.m., Sunday November 29, 2009.
During the 2009 Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Troop I officers participated in Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort). As a result of the long holiday weekend, Troop I officers investigated 38 traffic crashes, which resulted in 10 injuries. Troopers also made eight arrests for driving while intoxicated, issued 416 citations for speed, and 99 citations for failure to wear a seat belt. Troopers also assisted 145 motorists.
Captain Kenley stated, “The busy holiday season is here and many Missourians will be taking this opportunity to see family and friends. I want to encourage motorists to be extra cautious on our highways. Keep in mind that the best way to avoid a traffic crash is to always pay attention, slow down, and to never drive when impaired.”

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