Police arrest 3 for DWI; issue 64 citations
August 5, 2010
O’Fallon, MO
The O’Fallon Police Department recently conducted DWI saturation patrols during the month of July. The patrols were conducted between July 17 and July 24.
The saturation patrols were conducted in high DWI violation areas, as well as on state and city roadways. These areas included Mexico Road, Route M, Route K, Interstate 70, Interstate 64, Bryan Road, Outer Roads and the 364 SOR. This effort was part of an ongoing effort to reduce impaired driving on O’Fallon roadways, and included multiple officers working five hour overtime shifts.
During the DWI Saturation Patrols a total of three (3) suspects were arrested for Driving While Intoxicated, one suspect was charged with Driving While Suspended/Revoked and one person was arrested for an outstanding warrant. A total of 64 citations were issued during the 57 traffic stops conducted by officers.
Funding for this effort was provided through a grant from the Missouri Department of Transportation’s Highway Safety Division in cooperation with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Missouri Safety Center.
From the O’Fallon Police Department
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