News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Sheldon A. Lyon
816-387-2345
H06082
June 2, 2008

EMPHASIS: Hazardous Moving Operation

Captain Duane L. Robinson, commanding officer of Troop H, St. Joseph, announces the results of a special operation conducted on May 23, 2008, designed to target drivers who are operating a motor vehicle in a hazardous manner.
The operation focused on drivers who drive in an aggressive manner and place other motorists in danger. The enforcement program was conducted on U.S. Highway 65 in Livingston County, and consisted of six troopers. The duration of the program was 12 hours. A total of 47 citations were issued. This total includes the following violations: one hazardous moving, 15 speeding, 15 seat belt, one child restraint, five non-moving, three driver’s license, one commercial vehicle, and six uninsured motorists. A total of 84 warnings were issued during the operation.
Captain Duane Robinson stated, “A motorist’s aggressive driving habits are a danger that cannot be tolerated on Missouri’s roadways.”
To report aggressive driving, motorists can use the Patrol’s emergency telephone numbers. They are 1-800-525-5555 or cellular *55.
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