In the week since focused holiday traffic enforcement efforts began statewide, Alaska State Troopers and Wildlife Troopers have issued 284 citations and investigated 52 collisions across Alaska’s roadways.
The focused traffic enforcement patrols began on December 16th and run through January 4th, 2021.
Alaska State Trooper and Wildlife Trooper contacts through December 23rd include the following:
- 5 misdemeanor DUI arrests, 2 felony DUI Arrests.
- 14 drivers charged with driving with a suspended or revoked license.
- 8 REDDIs reported with 5 drivers contacted and ultimately determined not to be DUI.
- 47 damage only collisions, 4 injury collisions, and 1 fatal collision were investigated by troopers.
- Of the 284 citations issued, 107 were issued for speeding and 14 issued for seatbelt or other occupant restraint violations.
Motorists who see someone driving dangerously are encouraged to call in a REDDI – Report Every Dangerous Driver Immediately – by calling 911. To learn more about REDDI, visit http://www.dot.alaska.gov/stwdplng/hwysafety/REDDI.shtml
Funding for increased traffic enforcement efforts comes from grants issued through the Alaska Highway Safety Office.
