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

Troop C Headquarters- 891 Technology Drive, Weldon Spring, MO 63304


NEWS RELEASE

For further information please contact: Corporal Jeff Wilson
636-300-2800 ext. 3334
C010135
June 6, 2010

EMPHASIS: Memorial Holiday Weekend Totals For Troop C


Captain Ronald S. Johnson, commanding officer of Troop C, Weldon Spring, announces the Memorial Day weekend traffic crash and enforcement totals for the Troop C area. During the holiday weekend, troopers participated in Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort) and the "10-Mile Trooper" project. The 2010 Memorial Day weekend traffic crash counting period began at 6 p.m., Friday, May 28, 2010, and ended at 11:59 p.m., Monday, May 31, 2010. The combined totals of both projects resulted in Troop C officers investigating 75 traffic crashes, 10 of which were alcohol related. There were 18 injuries and no fatalities. Enforcement totals include 842 speed citations, 270 seat belt citations, 213 driver license, insurance, and registration citations, 120 other hazardous moving citations, and 121 other non-moving citations. A total of 1,402 warnings were issued during the counting period.

In addition, 13 felony and 95 misdemeanors arrests were made. Troop C officers made 35 DWI arrests and assisted 311 stranded motorists.

"I commend the dedication, commitment, and outstanding work performed by our troopers and commercial motor vehicle personnel," stated Captain Johnson. "Their efforts made for an enjoyable weekend for all Missouri citizens and visitors."


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