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B12076
July 10, 2012

EMPHASIS: Results Of DWI Saturation Conducted In Monroe And Ralls Counties

Captain James E. Wilt, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) saturation conducted in Monroe and Ralls counties on July 7, 2012. The saturation began at 11:00 p.m., and concluded at 2:00 a.m. on July 8, 2012. During this enforcement operation, officers patrolled specific areas with a goal of detecting impaired drivers and other traffic violations that contribute to traffic crashes. As a result of the operation, officers issued three citations and 23 warnings. Of the citations issued, one was issued for careless and imprudent driving and two were issued for insurance violations.

The Patrol is committed to highway safety," stated Captain Wilt. "More special enforcement programs will be conducted throughout the year. Please drive safely, make sure everyone in your vehicle is properly restrained, either with a seat belt or a child restraint seat, and never drink and drive."

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