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

Troop E Headquarters - 4947 Highway 67 North - Poplar Bluff, MO 63901


News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Dale H. Moreland
(573) 840-9500
E120947
December 16, 2009

EMPHASIS: Results Of Troop E DWI Saturations


Captain George Ridens, commanding officer of Troop E, announces the results of recent DWI saturations conducted in some of the 13 counties in Southeast Missouri that make up Troop E. The saturations were conducted beginning December 10, 2009, at 11:00 p.m., and ended at 3:00 a.m. on December 11, 2009. During the operation troopers were assigned to conduct DWI saturations at locations known to experience several alcohol-related arrests and traffic crashes.

Troopers made 17 arrests during the shift, including one minor in possession of alcohol. Traffic citations issued by officers included seven for seat belt violations, six speed violations, and two for no insurance. Troopers also issued 97 warnings for various other traffic violations during the operation. A total of 65 vehicles were stopped.


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