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

Troop G Headquarters-P.O. Box 10-Willow Springs, MO 65793


News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Martin K. Elmore
(417) 469-3121, ext. 225
G-07091
July 06, 2009

EMPHASIS: Independence Day C.A.R.E. Totals For Troop G


Captain Billy E. Chadwick, commanding officer, Troop G, Willow Springs, announces the following C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort) traffic totals for the Independence Day holiday weekend:
Troop G reported zero fatal traffic crashes, investigated four alcohol-related traffic crashes, and investigated 10 traffic crashes on C.A.R.E. designated highways. Troopers made nine DWI arrests, and issued 299 speed citations, 62 seat belt tickets, and six child restraint tickets. Additionally, officers provided 98 motorist assists.
Captain Chadwick says, “We are very pleased that no one lost their life on the roadways of our troop during this long holiday weekend. I want to encourage everyone to continue to exercise the highest degree of care when they get behind the wheel of their car, and to always wear their seat belt”.

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