The Indiana State Police has joined forces this week with Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia State Police agencies for what is known as the Six-State Trooper Project. During this collective effort, troopers across Indiana will be taking to the highways March 11-13 with a primary focus on criminal patrol and drug interdiction.
During this period, motorists can expect to see an increased presence of state troopers on the roadsides conducting traffic stops. Drivers are encouraged to not drive distracted, to be increasingly aware of the need to move over or slow down as required by state law, to give troopers the room to work safely.
Why target traffic violations to catch criminals? Troopers understand that the criminal element by and large operates in a mobile environment. Criminals regularly must navigate roadways while moving from Point A to Point B. By conducting large-scale coordinated road patrols such as the Six-State Trooper Project, police effectively create a bigger net for law enforcement to work. Safer roadways are achieved through increased traffic enforcement, with an overall commitment to creating safer communities by getting criminals off the streets.
Help the Indiana State Police Pendleton Post make a difference in your community. Motorists who observe high-risk driving behavior, suspect impaired driving, or suspect criminal activity on roadways are always encouraged to call 911, or call directly to the Indiana State Police at (765) 778-2121.