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June 29, 2009

EMPHASIS: Results Of Selective Traffic Enforcement Operations Conducted In Troop B During June 2009



Captain John W. Elliott, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, announces the results of Selective Traffic Enforcement Operations conducted by Troop B officers on June 20, 2009, and June 26, 2009.
From 7 p.m. on June 20, 2009, to 3 a.m. on June 21, 2009, three Troop B officers focused their attention on highways in Shelby County, with a goal of detecting intoxicated drivers and other traffic violations that contribute to traffic crashes. During the eight-hour enforcement operation, officers issued 12 summonses and 36 warnings. Of the summonses issued, seven citations were issued for speed, three were issued for seat belt violations, one citation was issued for a non-moving violation, and one was issued for an insurance violation.
From noon to 8:00pm on June 26, 2009, three Troop B officers focused their attention on U.S. Highway 61 throughout the Troop B area, with a goal of detecting hazardous moving violations that contribute to traffic crashes. During the eight-hour enforcement operation, officers issued 36 summonses and 26 warnings. Of the summonses issued 35 were issued for speed and one for a seat belt violation.
"This time of year provides many travel opportunities such as visiting lakes, campgrounds, or taking that long deserved vacation," stated Captain Elliott. "Whatever your travel plans may be, please drive safely and always wear your seat belts."
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