The Clinton Herald, Clinton, Iowa - State police to conduct traffic patrols in Whiteside County

Published: November 10, 2009 07:46 am

State police to conduct traffic patrols in Whiteside County

The Illinois State Police will conduct special traffic enforcement patrols this month at several locations in Whiteside County, according to a news release.

The patrols, which will focus on speeding and seat belt violations, will take place on Illinois 40, Illinois 78, Illinois 84, Illinois 172, Illinois 136, U.S. 30 and Interstate 88.

According to the news release, the patrols are part of a campaign to raise public awareness and compliance in reducing the number of deaths caused by motorists speeding and vehicle occupants not properly buckling up.

State police also will conduct patrols in Ogle County on Illinois 2, Illinois 64, Illinois 26, Illinois 251, Illinois 72, Illinois 38, U.S. 52 and Interstate 39.