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

Troop D Headquarters, 3131 East Kearney Street, Springfield, Missouri 65803


News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Jason M. Pace
417-895-6868
D182014
August 18, 2014

EMPHASIS: Troop D Releases Marine Operations Saturation Results

Captain Juan Villanueva, commanding officer of Troop D, announces the results of a water enforcement saturation in Dallas and Laclede counties on the Niangua River, on August 16, 2014. This enforcement location was selected based on the high number of drinking- and impairment-related incidents, in addition to reported behavioral problems, illegal drug usage, and underage alcohol consumption.

The following is a list of enforcement contacts made by the Missouri State Highway Patrol and the Department of Conservation during the saturation on the Niangua River:

Total Boating Citations -- 18
Misdemeanor Possession Of Marijuana Arrests -- 6
Littering/Unsecure Trash Violations -- 2
Minor In Possession Of Alcohol Violations -- 3
Possession Of Glass Container Violations -- 5
Supplying Alcohol To A Minor Arrest -- 1
Other Traffic Violation -- 1

Captain Villanueva says, "Missouri's lakes, rivers, and streams provide numerous recreational opportunities for families to spend quality time together. It is the goal of the Missouri State Highway Patrol to do all we can to ensure that families can spend time on, and around the water in a safe environment."

In support of "The Drive To ZERO Highway Deaths," the Patrol encourages motorists to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life And Wear It!!

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