Illinois State Police District 19 Commander, Captain Cory Ristvedt, announced today activity and enforcement figures for the month of May. Troopers in District 19, which includes Wabash, Edwards, Wayne, White, Hamilton, Saline, and Gallatin Counties, recorded 1,458 incidents during the month.
Enforcement activity consisted of 704 citations and 977 written warnings, including 380 speeding citations, 5 DUIs, 141 occupant restraint citations, 10 criminal citations, and 333 written warnings for speeding. Troopers also assisted 50 motorists, conducted 192 Motor Carrier Safety Inspections, and investigated 28 traffic crashes. There were 2 fatal traffic crashes investigated by District 19, resulting in 2 fatalities during May.
Moreover, 538 citations and 414 written warnings were issued for “Fatal Four” violations. These violations are most associated with fatal traffic crashes and include DUI, Speeding, Failure to Wear a Seatbelt, and Distracted Driving.
