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
June 17, 2013
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EMPHASIS: Troop I Announces Enforcement Operations For July Fourth Holiday Weekend


Captain Lee Ann H. Kenley, commanding officer of Troop I, announces that during the July Fourth holiday weekend, Troop I officers will be participating in enforcement operations to help make our roadways safer.
Throughout the weekend, troopers within Troop I and the state will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort). Once again, both the “20-Mile Trooper” project on Interstate 44 and High Enforcement Contact Teams patrolling secondary highways will be utilized on the designated peak travel days of Wednesday, July 3, 2013, and Sunday, July 7, 2013. The objective of the officers assigned to these operations is promoting highway safety through high visibility and strict enforcement. Troopers will also be able to respond quickly to motorists who need assistance. The 2013 July Fourth weekend counting period will begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, and end at 11:59 p.m., Sunday, July 7.
Captain Kenley stated, “I hope this year’s extended July Fourth weekend will enable many Missourians to enjoy the vast outdoor pleasures our state has to offer. As you do, please don’t forget that safe practices, both on our highways and waterways, will ensure that those planned memorable experiences do not have a tragic end.”
The Patrol encourages motorists and watercraft operators to protect themselves by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint and everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life and Wear It!!!

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