The Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested seven people, including two for driving while intoxicated, during a DWI Saturation conducted in Livingston County last week.

Captain James E. McDonald, commanding officer Troop H, four officers patrolled specific areas with a goal of detecting impaired drivers and other traffic violations that contribute to traffic crashes. The saturation was held from 11:00 p.m. on February 6, 2015, to 3:00 a.m. on February 7, 2015.

As a result of the operation, officers made 7 criminal arrests issued 13 citations and 16 warnings. The following is a list of the enforcement contacts as a result of this saturation:
2─Driving while intoxicated arrests
1─Minor in possession arrest
13─Summonses issued for traffic violations
4─Felony warrant arrests
16─Warnings

“Impaired driving poses a significant threat to motorists on Missouri’s roadways,” stated Captain McDonald. “One of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s highest priorities is removing the impaired driver from our roadways. If drinking is part of your plans, choose a sober designated driver.”