MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL
a division of the
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Troop F Headquarters - 2920 North Shamrock Road - Jefferson City, MO 65102
NEWS RELEASE
For further information please contact:
Sergeant Scott B. White
573-751-1000
F170606
June 29, 2017
EMPHASIS:
Troop F Prepares For Independence Day Weekend
Captain Michael A. Turner, commanding officer Troop F, Jefferson City, announces that Troop F will be participating in enforcement operations throughout the Independence Day weekend. The objective of these operations is to promote safety and reduce traffic crashes. Throughout the holiday weekend, troopers within Troop F and throughout the state will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness & Reduction Effort). In addition to Operation C.A.R.E., Troop F will also participate in a special enforcement operation during the peak travel periods on Friday, June 30, and Tuesday, July 4. During this operation, Troop F troopers will be assigned to 20-mile stretches of Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 54. Enforcement efforts on secondary roads within Troop F will be conducted during the same time frame. Over the entire holiday weekend, troopers will be targeting all traffic violations and will be especially vigilant to excessive speed, careless and imprudent driving, and aggressive driving violations. Troopers will also be available to help motorists in need of assistance.
The only 100 percent survivable traffic crash is the one that never happens. Make sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Every day as we travel on Missouri’s roadways, we trust that every driver on the road is going to obey the speed limit, pay attention, and drive sober.
“Don’t Violate The Trust.”
Troopers will be working extended 10- and 12-hour shifts on the waterways within Troop F from Friday, June 30, through Tuesday, July 4, to maximize visibility and enforce Missouri’s boating laws. Troopers will be available on the water to assist boaters where needed. As a reminder, June 30-July 2 has been designated as Operation Dry Water weekend. As a partner in this national campaign, troopers will focus their efforts on detecting and apprehending impaired boat operators.
“Troopers are prepared and available to provide assistance and protection." said Captain Turner. "I hope that you, your friends, and your family have the chance to enjoy this holiday period. I encourage all Missourians to please make safety a priority as you take to our highways and waterways.”
Watercraft operators must consider the effect their actions have on others: Share the waterway and use common sense, good judgment, and courtesy to ensure the safety of all. Life jackets save lives. Wear It!!
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