ACE Detail 12/07/12

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Captain
James Morrisey
Zone 6
12/07/2012 1100 Eastport Plaza Drive
Collinsville, IL, 62234
618-346-3721




Illinois State Police Announce Results of Alcohol Countermeasure
Enforcement Surveillance Details

Collinsville IL ? Illinois State Police Zone 6 officers conducted Alcohol
Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) surveillance at various establishments
during the evening hours of Friday, December 7th 2012, in St. Clair
County. The purpose of these ACE details is to determine which businesses
may be selling alcoholic beverages to minors (persons under 21 years of
age).
A total of 24 locations were surveyed in Dupo, Millstadt,
Smithton, Freeburg and Belleville. Of those businesses; all were compliant
and refused the sale of alcohol to a minor. No arrest where made during
the detail as compliance was 100%. This project was funded by the Illinois
Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.
Employees at the following establishments are to be commended for
not selling alcohol to a minor after asking for identification:
Huck?s, 110 S. Main Street, Dupo
Phillips 66, 300 N. Main Street, Dupo
Dupo Fuel Mart, 511 Falling Springs Drive, Dupo
Phillips 66, #1 West Washington, Millstadt
Casey?s General Store, 313 E. Washington, Millstadt
Casey?s General Store, 407 N. Main Street, Smithton
All Mart, 225 N. Main Street, Smithton
Moto Mart, 751 S. State Street, Freeburg
BP, 108 S. State Street, Freeburg
Circle K (Shell), 9618 W. Main Street, Belleville
Conoco, 7416 W. Main Street, Belleville
BP, 1301 S. 74th Street, Belleville
Phillips 66, 7311 Old St. Louis Road, Belleville
Phillips 66 Gas Mart, 6001 W. Main Street, Belleville
Circle K (Shell), 3801 N. Belt West, Belleville
Conoco, 1200 Royal Heights Road, Belleville
Conoco, 421 S. Belt East, Belleville
Arena Liquor, 105 S. Belt East, Belleville
BP, 1 S. Belt East, Belleville
Circle K (Shell), 10 S. Belt West, Belleville
QuikTrip (QT), 755 S. Belt West, Belleville
Moto Mart, 701 W. Main Street, Belleville
BP, 1614 N. Belt West, Belleville

All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.


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ACE Detail Press Release - November 27

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Captain
James Morrisey
Zone 6
11/27/12 1100 Eastport Plaza Drive
Collinsville, IL, 62234
618-346-3721




Illinois State Police Announce Results of Alcohol Countermeasure
Enforcement Surveillance Details

Collinsville IL ? Illinois State Police Zone 6 officers conducted Alcohol
Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) surveillance at various establishments
during the evening hours of Tuesday, November 27, 2012, in Madison County.
The purpose of these ACE details is to determine which businesses may be
selling alcoholic beverages to minors (persons under 21 years of age).
A total of 22 locations were surveyed in Pontoon Beach, Granite
City, and Madison. Of those businesses; Phillip?s 66, 3202 South IL 111,
Pontoon Beach, Leroy?s A & J Market, 4089 Pontoon Road, Pontoon Beach, and
BP, 1301 East Chain of Rocks Rd, Pontoon Beach, were involved in the sale
of an alcoholic beverage to a minor. Store employees Pritesh R. Patel,
Lisa R. Stover, and Melake A. Ghebremariam, were arrested for Unlawful
Delivery of Alcoholic Liquor to a Minor, a Class A misdemeanor. All were
released pending a notice to appear in court. The public is reminded that
charges are merely accusations and all defendants are presumed innocent
unless proven guilty. This project was funded by the Illinois Department
of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.
Employees at the following establishments are to be commended for
not selling alcohol to a minor after asking for identification:
Casey?s, 3800 Pontoon Rd., Granite City
BP, 4086 Pontoon Rd., Pontoon Beach
Pontoon Beach Mobil, 1 Engineer Rd., Pontoon Beach
Flying J, 1301 East Chain of Rocks Rd., Pontoon Beach
ZX, 3640 Il Rt 162, Granite City
Phillips?s 66, 3215 State Rt. 162, Granite City
Corner Market, 1526 Nameoki, Granite City
QuickTrip, 3120 Nameoki. Granite City
Walgreen?s, 3732 Nameoki, Granite City
Phillip?s 66, 3995 Nameoki, Granite City
BP, 1525 Niederinghaus, Granite City
QuickTrip, 2159 Madison Ave., Granite City
7-Eleven, 1207 Niederinghaus, Granite City
Walgreen?s, 2001 Madison Ave., Granite City
BP Tobacco Road, 1200 Madison Ave., Madison
Phillip?s 66 Quickstop, 225 McCambridge, Madison
QuickTrip, 608 McCambridge, Madison
203 Liquor and Grocery, 2127 Edwardsville Rd., Madison
Phillip?s 66, 3802 IL Rt. 162, Pontoon Beach


All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.


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Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  November 21, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  6:33 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police to Conduct Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement Patrols

COLLINSVILLE, IL – Captain Brad Parsons, District 11 Commander, announced today that the Illinois State Police (ISP) will conduct Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrols in St. Clair or Madison County during the month of December.  

The ACE patrols allow the ISP to target an area with saturation patrols that focus on preventing, detecting, and taking enforcement action in response to violations associated with impaired driving and illegal transportation or consumption of alcohol and other drugs.  

Across the country, an average of one alcohol-related traffic death occurs every 48 minutes.   Alcohol and drug impairment remain significant factors in over 40 percent of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois.  Each year in Illinois, hundreds of lives are lost in alcohol-related crashes.  

Don’t risk losing your license, your car, and your freedom.  If you drive impaired, law enforcement will arrest you.        

This project is funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

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One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323        

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  November 20, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  8:16 p.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE ISSUE SAFETY WARNINGS FOR THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY TRAVEL PERIOD

Law Enforcement Officials Focus on Fatal Four Violations

COLLINSVILLE, IL - Illinois State Police (ISP) and local law enforcement agencies throughout the state are gearing up for the beginning of the holiday travel period.  The cooperative effort is aimed at stepping up enforcement patrols as the holiday driving season begins to make the roads safe for all motorists.  

Traditionally, the Thanksgiving holiday marks the beginning of the busy holiday driving period which continues through the New Year.  Beginning on Wednesday, November 21 through Sunday, November 25, officials expect high traffic volumes on interstates and roads throughout the region, with Thanksgiving Day expected to be the busiest.  Illinois State Police are urging the motoring public to adhere to the rules of the road and avoid the Fatal Four traffic violations: Speeding, DUI, Seatbelts and Distracted Driving.

During this enforcement period, officers will patrol the interstates, conduct road side safety checks and participate in other traffic enforcement details to identify Fatal Four violators.  Special emphasis will be placed on DUI enforcement, and holiday DUI patrols will be designated statewide.  Statistics have shown that fatal crashes on the interstates increase during the Thanksgiving holiday period and a large number of these incidents are due to drunk driving.

"Although the number of crashes involving impaired drivers are on a downward trend, a single life lost to drunk driving is one life too many," said ISP Director Hiram Grau.  "Troopers and local police officers will saturate the roads and interstates with targeted patrols to enforce ISP's Fatal Four mission - with a special emphasis on impaired driving," Grau stressed.

The teenage driver is classified as the highest risk category for becoming involved in a driving fatality during the Thanksgiving holiday period.  Over the last three years, teen and college aged drivers and passengers have been involved in 50% of all fatal crashes that have occurred the day before and Thanksgiving Day.  Of the crashes that occurred on those days, teen and college aged drivers and passengers accounted for 31% of the fatalities.    

Motorists who consume alcohol should consider an alternative means of transportation.  A DUI arrest can lead to thousands of dollars in attorney fees, court costs, insurance fees, fines and jail time, not to mention it can also blemish a driving record and result in a permanent criminal history.

“During the holiday driving period you can expect a larger volume of traffic on the roadways.  With this larger volume of traffic you can also expect to see more police officers,” stated District 11 Commander, Captain Brad Parsons.  “We will have additional Troopers out to watch for motorists who may be driving in an unsafe manner.  We will especially be watching for drivers committing any of the Fatal Four moving violations,” he continued.  

The ISP offers the following alternatives for those who choose to celebrate with alcohol:

• Do not drink and drive, designate a sober driver.
• Buckle up and make sure that all vehicle occupants are properly restrained.
• Pay attention to the weather and road conditions.
• Slow down and obey posted speed limits.
• Take extra precautions on rural roads with 55 mph speed limits.
• Avoid distractions such as cell phone use.
• Be extra alert near construction zones.
• Dial 911 if an unsafe driver is observed.
  
  

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One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  November 16, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  10:30 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police Urge Drivers to Prepare for Inclement Weather During the Winter Months

COLLINSVILLE, IL – As the winter driving season approaches, Illinois State Police (ISP) are urging motorists to take the necessary safety precautions before getting behind the wheel since vehicle safety is equally as important as driving safely.
 
Extreme weather can have a devastating impact on driving conditions, especially when ice and snow are involved.  Freezing rain, icy roads and white-out snow conditions can result in road hazardous for drivers of all ages.  Illinois State Police officials urge motorists to drive with caution, and to allow extra travel time to get to and from destinations.

“We always see an increase in traffic crashes and vehicles sliding into ditches during winter storms,” said District 11 Commander, Captain Brad Parsons.  “You can decrease the likelihood of a traffic crash or getting stuck in the median if you simply slow down and take your time,” he added.

When crashes occur during extreme weather conditions, the ISP encourages motorists to exchange insurance and driver information to keep motorists safe and the roads clear, unless medical attention is required.  Motorists can file crash reports at the nearest ISP District within 10 days.
Listed below are a few safety tips drivers should keep in mind during the winter months:

Plan ahead and check the forecast - Determine if the trip is necessary during inclement weather.

Don’t crowd the plow – Remember, a snowplow operator’s field of vision is restricted. You may see them, but they may not see you.

Watch out for black ice – roads that appear clear may be treacherous.  Take it slow when approaching intersections, off-ramps, bridges, and shady areas – all are prone to black ice.

Always keep your gas tank at least two-thirds full to prevent the vehicle’s fuel line from freezing.
 
Dress appropriately for the weather — Dress in layers of loose-fitting, lightweight clothing in anticipation of unexpected winter weather emergencies.

Make sure someone is always aware of your travel route.

Always carry an emergency car care kit that contains jumper cables, flares or reflectors, windshield washer fluid, a small ice scraper, traction material, blankets, non-perishable food and a first aid kit.

Always carry a cell phone.

Always wear a safety belt.  

Motorists can check on interstate road conditions by contacting the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) at 1-800-452-IDOT (4368) or on the Internet at: www.gettingaroundillinois.com.

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One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323        

ISP District 11 Crash Release- FATAL CRASH 11-12-02517- * *CORRECTED**

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director

Date: 11/15/12
Time: 1:36 p.m.
Location: Illinois Route 143 - 436 Feet West Of Illinois
Route 255
County: Madison
Crash Number: 11-12-02517

Unit 1
Vehicle Description: 2002 GMC Yukon 4X4
Driver Name: Philip A. Cain
Gender: Male
Age: 28
City/State of Residence : Bethalto, IL.
Seatbelt use: No
Injuries: Minor
Taken To: Alton Memorial Hospital


Unit 2
Vehicle Description: 2001 Honda Accord
Driver Name: Carol S. Garrett
Gender: Female
Age: 65
City/State of Residence : Alton, IL.
Seatbelt use: Unknown
Injuries: Minor
Taken To: Alton Memorial Hospital

Passenger 1
Unit #: 1
Name: Nell S. Johnston
Gender: Female
Age: 65
City/State of Residence: Alton, IL.
Seatbelt use: Yes
Injuries: Fatal
Taken To: Madison County Morgue




Narrative:
Unit 2 was traveling westbound in the far right lane of Illinois Route 143
just west of Illinois Route 255. Unit 2 had a green light approaching the
intersection for the entrance/exit ramps for Illinois Route 255., and it is
unclear at this point as to whether Unit 2 was traveling slowly or was
stopped. Unit 1 was also traveling westbound in the far right lane of
Illinois Route 143, and rear ended Unit 2. The driver of Unit 1, Philip A.
Cain, was not wearing his seat belt. The driver of Unit 2, Carol S.
Garrett, had been wearing her seat belt. The driver's of both Unit 1 and
Unit 2 were injured, and were transported to Alton Memorial Hospital. The
passenger inside Unit 2, Nell S. Johnston, who was seated in the rear
driver's side seat, was pronounced dead at the scene by Madison County
Deputy Coroner Todd Ballard. Johnston was believed to be wearing a seat
belt at the time of the crash.


Cain was issued traffic citations for Driving With A Suspended Drivers
License, Operation Of An Uninsured Motor Vehicle, Failure To Reduce Speed
To Avoid A Crash, and Failure To Wear Seat Belt.



* The public is reminded that criminal defendants are presumed innocent
until the government is able to prove its charges in court beyond a
reasonable doubt.


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ISP District 11 Crash Release- FATAL CAR CRASH 11-12-02517

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director

Date: 11/15/12
Time: 1:36 p.m.
Location: Illinois Route 143 - 436 Feet West Of Illinois
Route 255
County: Madison
Crash Number: 11-12-02517

Unit 1
Vehicle Description: 2002 GMC Yukon 4X4
Driver Name: Philip A. Cain
Gender: Male
Age: 28
City/State of Residence : Bethalto, IL.
Seatbelt use: No
Injuries: Minor
Taken To: Alton Memorial Hospital


Unit 2
Vehicle Description: 2001 Honda Accord
Driver Name: Carol S. Garrett
Gender: Female
Age: 65
City/State of Residence : Alton, IL.
Seatbelt use: Unknown
Injuries: Minor
Taken To: Alton Memorial Hospital

Passenger 1
Unit #: 1
Name: Nell S. Johnston
Gender: Female
Age: 65
City/State of Residence: Alton, IL.
Seatbelt use: Yes
Injuries: Fatal
Taken To: Madison County Morgue




Narrative:
Unit 2 was traveling westbound in the far right lane of Illinois Route 143
just west of Illinois Route 255. Unit 2 had a green light approaching the
intersection for the entrance/exit ramps for Illinois Route 255., and it is
unclear at this point as to whether Unit 2 was traveling slowly or was
stopped. Unit 1 was also traveling westbound in the far right lane of
Illinois Route 143, and rear ended Unit 2. The driver of Unit 1, Philip A.
Cain, was not wearing his seat belt. The driver of Unit 2, Carol S.
Garrett, had been wearing her seat belt. The driver's of both Unit 1 and
Unit 2 were injured, and were transported to Alton Memorial Hospital. The
passenger inside Unit 1, Nell S. Johnston, who was seated in the rear
driver's side seat, was pronounced dead at the scene by Madison County
Deputy Coroner Todd Ballard. Johnston was believed to be wearing a seat
belt at the time of the crash.


Cain was issued traffic citations for Driving With A Suspended Drivers
License, Operation Of An Uninsured Motor Vehicle, Failure To Reduce Speed
To Avoid A Crash, and Failure To Wear Seat Belt.



* The public is reminded that criminal defendants are presumed innocent
until the government is able to prove its charges in court beyond a
reasonable doubt.


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Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  October 11, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  7:00 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police Announces Upcoming Roadside Safety Checks

COLLINSVILLE, IL – Captain Brad Parsons, District 11 Commander, announced today that the Illinois State Police may conduct Roadside Safety Checks (R.S.C) in St. Clair or Madison counties during the month of December.
 
A roadside safety check is an effective tool for generating voluntary compliance by the motoring public.  The potential to come across these checks encourages motorists to arrange designated drivers, keep their consumption of alcohol within the allowable limits, or not drive a motor vehicle after drinking.  Safety checks are designed to keep our roads safe by taking dangerous DUI offenders off the road.

Across the country, an average of one alcohol-related traffic death occurs every 45 minutes.   Alcohol and drug impairment are significant factors in over 40 percent of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois.  Each year in Illinois, hundreds of lives are lost in alcohol-related crashes.  Don’t risk losing your license, your car, and your freedom.  If you drive impaired, law enforcement will arrest you.  

Officers working the R.S.C. will also be watchful for drivers who are operating vehicles in an unsafe manner, driving with a suspended or revoked driver’s license, and transporting open alcoholic beverages.

This Roadside Safety Check is funded through a grant from the United States Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  The grant is administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

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One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323        

Press Release - ACE 11/09/12

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Captain
James Morrisey
Zone 6
11/09/12 1100 Eastport Plaza Drive
Collinsville, IL, 62234
618-346-3721




Illinois State Police Announce Results of Alcohol Countermeasure
Enforcement Surveillance Details

Collinsville IL ? Illinois State Police Zone 6 officers conducted Alcohol
Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) surveillance at various establishments
during the evening hours of Friday, November 9, 2012, in Madison County.
The purpose of these ACE details is to determine which businesses may be
selling alcoholic beverages to minors (persons under 21 years of age).
A total of 26 locations were surveyed in Alton, Bethalto, Cottage
Hills, Wood River, East Alton, and Hartford. Of those businesses; Casey?s
General Store, 2517 Washington Ave., Alton and Casey?s General Store, 331
E. Edwardsville Rd., Wood River, were involved in the sale of an alcoholic
beverage to a minor. Store employees Nathan K. Shawback, and Jeffrey L.
Trimm, were arrested for Unlawful Delivery of Alcoholic Liquor to a Minor,
a Class A misdemeanor. All were released pending a notice to appear in
court. The public is reminded that charges are merely accusations and
all defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty. This project
was funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of
Traffic Safety.
Employees at the following establishments are to be commended for
not selling alcohol to a minor after asking for identification:
Schmidt?s Broadway Package Liquor, 2775 E. Broadway, Alton
Casey?s General Store, 2530 E. Broadway, Alton
BP Mart, 1630 E. Broadway, Alton
Walgreens, 1650 W. Washington, Alton
QuickTrip, 605 W. Bethalto Dr., Bethalto
Walgreens, 172 E. McArthur, Bethalto
ZX Citgo, 515 N. Bellwood Rd., Bethalto
Phillips 66, 13 S. Stanley Rd., Cottage Hills
BP, 4200 College Ave., Alton
Quick Stop, 2605 College Ave., Alton
Jim?s Corner 66, 2501 College Ave., Alton
Hit N Run Food Store, 1818 Washington Ave., Alton
CVS, 2422 College Ave., Alton
Shop N Save, 1900 E. Edwardsville Rd., Wood River
Phillips 66, 980 E. Furguson Ave., Wood River
Walgreens, 1122 Vaughn Rd, Wood River
Corral Liquor, 965 E. Edwardsville, Wood River
ZX, 900 E. Edwardsville, Wood River
ZX, 831 N. Wood River Ave., Wood River
CVS, 1 W. Edwardsville Rd., Wood River
Walgreens, 550 W. St. Louis Ave., East Alton
Quick Trip, 716 W. St. Louis Ave., East Alton
Casey?s General Store, 900 Old St. Louis Rd., Hartford
Road Ranger, 101 Piasa Ln., Hartford



All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.


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ISP District 11 Crash Release- Fatal Crash- 11-12-02434- driver now identified

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director

Date: 11/07/12
Time: 6:15 p.m.
Location: Interstate 64 westbound off ramp to Illinois Route 111

County: St. Clair
Crash Number: 11-12-02434

Unit 1
Vehicle Description: 1999 GMC Pick-Up Truck
Driver Name: Susan R. McCloud
Gender: Female
Age: 50
City/State of Residence : Caseyville, IL
Seatbelt use: No
Injuries: Fatal
Taken To: St. Louis University Hospital



Narrative:
Unit 1 was traveling westbound on Interstate 64, and exited onto the
Illinois Route 111 exit ramp. Unit #1 lost control, went off of the
roadway to the left, and overturned several times. The driver of Unit #1
was not wearing her seat belt, and was ejected from the vehicle. The
driver was Susan R. McCloud, Age 50, from Caseyville, IL. She was
transported to St. Louis University Hospital via Medstar EMS, where she was
later pronounced dead. There were no other vehicles or people involved in
this crash.



* The public is reminded that criminal defendants are presumed innocent
until the government is able to prove its charges in court beyond a
reasonable doubt.


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ISP District 11 Crash Release- Fatal Crash 11-12-02434

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director

Date: 11/07/12
Time: 6:15 p.m.
Location: Interstate 64 westbound off ramp to Illinois Route 111

County: St. Clair
Crash Number: 11-12-02434

Unit 1
Vehicle Description: 1999 GMC Pick-Up Truck
Driver Name: Unknown
Gender: White Female
Age: Approximately 50 years old
City/State of Residence : Unknown
Seatbelt use: No
Injuries: Fatal
Taken To: St. Louis University Hospital



Narrative:
Unit 1 was traveling westbound on Interstate 64, and exited onto the
Illinois Route 111 exit ramp. Unit #1 lost control, went off of the
roadway to the left, and overturned several times. The driver of Unit #1
was not wearing her seat belt, and was ejected from the vehicle. The
driver was an unknown white female, who appeared to be approximately 50
years of age. She was transported to St. Louis University Hospital via
Medstar EMS, where she was later pronounced dead. Possible family members
will be meeting with the Medical Examiner today to attempt to positively
identify the body.



* The public is reminded that criminal defendants are presumed innocent
until the government is able to prove its charges in court beyond a
reasonable doubt.


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Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  October 30, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  3:45 p.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police Traffic Crash Alert

Car Crashes into Rear of Illinois State Police Patrol Motorcycle

WHAT:                        Personal Injury Crash, Crash 11-12-2349,

WHERE:                 IL Rt. 4 just north of East Wesley Street in Lebanon.  

WHEN:                        October 30, 2012, 11:36 a.m.

VEHICLES:                Unit one: White 2004 Toyota Corolla.
                        Unit two: Illinois State Police patrol motorcycle.

DRIVERS:                Unit one: Mr. Jonathon R. Porter, age 24, of St. Louis MO.
                        Unit two: Illinois State Police Trooper (five year veteran) assigned to District 11 (Collinsville).

SEATBELTS:                Mr. Porter was wearing his seat belt and the Trooper was wearing a helmet.

CAUSE:                Mr. Porter failed to reduce his speed.        
       
TRANSPORTS:                Medstar Ambulance transported the Trooper to St. Louis University Hospital.

CONDITIONS:                The Trooper was treated for non-life-threatening injuries and has been released.  Mr. Porter was not injured.

PRELIMINARY:         An Illinois State Police (ISP) patrol motorcycle was traveling north on Illinois Route 4 in Lebanon.  A dump truck had also been traveling north on Illinois Route 4 ahead of the motorcycle.  The dump truck pulled into the southbound lane and stopped approximately 250 feet north of East Wesley Street.  The dump truck then attempted to back into a private drive on the west side of Illinois Route 4.  The ISP motorcycle came to a stop in the northbound lane, just south of the dump truck.  The Toyota was unable to stop in time and rear ended the ISP motorcycle.

CHARGES:                Mr. Porter was charged with failure to reduce speed to avoid and accident and operation of a motor vehicle with no valid registration.

All people are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.



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One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323

ISP District 11 Roadside Safety Check Results

(See attached file: DUIEDetail Results 10-26.pdf)

M/Sgt. William White #3962
Illinois State Police
District 11 Collinsville
Office (618) 346-3627
Cell (618) 401-7044

ISP District 11 NITE Detail Results

(See attached file: D11 Oct NITE Results.pdf)

M/Sgt. William White #3962
Illinois State Police
District 11 Collinsville
Office (618) 346-3627
Cell (618) 401-7044

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  October 26, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  7:13 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police Announce Special Traffic Enforcement Patrols

COLLINSVILLE, IL – Captain Brad Parsons, District 11 Commander, announced today that the Illinois State Police (ISP) will conduct special Traffic Enforcement Patrols (sTEP) in St. Clair or Madison County during the month of November.  

The sTEP program involves a combination of increased enforcement and public information designed to raise public awareness and compliance to all traffic laws.  District 11 Troopers will concentrate on speeding, failure to use occupant restraints, and other driving offenses as part of their enforcement efforts.  Speeding is a contributing factor in 31 percent of all fatal crashes nationwide.  In Illinois, speed-related crashes account for 37 percent of all traffic fatalities.  

Safety Belt Enforcement Zones may also be used during the sTEP program.  Troopers will enforce the primary safety belt law to ensure drivers and all of their passengers are buckled up.  

Every hour someone dies in America simply because they are not wearing their safety belt.  Statistics show that half of all people killed in traffic crashes are not properly buckled up.  You can save your life by driving safely and simply buckling up.  

This project is funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

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One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  October 25, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  6:52 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police to Conduct Nighttime Enforcement Patrols

COLLINSVILLE, IL – Captain Brad Parsons, District 11 Commander, announced today that the Illinois State Police (ISP) will conduct Nighttime Enforcement Patrols (NITE) in St. Clair or Madison County during the month of November.

Officers working NITE patrols will be watchful for drivers who are operating vehicles in an unsafe manner, driving with a suspended or revoked driver’s license, transporting open alcoholic beverages, not properly buckled up and driving under the influence.

Alcohol and drug impairment is a significant factor in over 40 percent of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois.  The ISP has zero tolerance for impaired drivers.  If you drive drunk, you will be arrested.

These nighttime patrols are designed to keep our roads safe by taking dangerous DUI offenders off the road and ensuring all vehicle occupants are buckled up.  

This project is funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

 

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One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  October 24, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  8:30 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police to Conduct Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols

COLLINSVILLE, IL – Captain Brad Parsons, District 11 Commander, announced today that the Illinois State Police (ISP) will conduct Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols (OREP) in St. Clair or Madison County during the month of November.  

OREP allows the ISP to target an area with saturation patrols that focus on traffic violations and related compliance with safety belt and child safety seat laws.  Safety belt enforcement zones will also be set up to ensure the driver and passengers are buckled up.  Beginning January 1, 2012, Illinois law requires all vehicle passengers (front and back) to be buckled up!

Safety belts are one of the most effective safety devices in vehicles today, estimated to save over 16,000 lives each year.  Over half of vehicle occupants killed in a traffic crash were not properly buckled up.  

The objective of this program is to increase compliance of occupant restraint laws through education, child seat inspections, and enforcement.  Greater awareness, acceptance, and use of occupant protection equipment will save many lives.  

This project is funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

# # #

One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323        

ISP District 11 OREP Detail Results

(See attached file: D-11 OREP Detail Results.pdf)

M/Sgt. William White #3962
Illinois State Police
District 11 Collinsville
Office (618) 346-3627
Cell (618) 401-7044

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  October 23, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  8:20 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police to Conduct Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement Patrols

COLLINSVILLE, IL – Captain Brad Parsons, District 11 Commander, announced today that the Illinois State Police (ISP) will conduct Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrols in St. Clair or Madison County during the month of November.  

The ACE patrols allow the ISP to target an area with saturation patrols that focus on preventing, detecting, and taking enforcement action in response to violations associated with impaired driving and illegal transportation or consumption of alcohol and other drugs.  
Across the country, an average of one alcohol-related traffic death occurs every 48 minutes.   Alcohol and drug impairment remain significant factors in over 40 percent of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois.  Each year in Illinois, hundreds of lives are lost in alcohol-related crashes.  

Don’t risk losing your license, your car, and your freedom.  If you drive impaired, law enforcement will arrest you.        

This project is funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

# # #
One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323

ACE Detail Press Release for 10/19/12

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Captain
James Morrisey
Zone 6
10/19/12 1100 Eastport Plaza Drive
Collinsville, IL, 62234
618-346-3721




Illinois State Police Announce Results of Alcohol Countermeasure
Enforcement Surveillance Details

Collinsville IL ? Illinois State Police Zone 6 officers conducted Alcohol
Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) surveillance at various establishments
during the evening hours of Friday, October 19, 2012, in St. Clair County.
The purpose of these ACE details is to determine which businesses may be
selling alcoholic beverages to minors (persons under 21 years of age).
A total of 19 locations were surveyed in Cahokia, Sauget,
O?Fallon, Lebanon, and Mascoutah. Of those businesses; Walgreens, 1201
Camp Jackson Rd, Cahokia; Phillips 66 Gas Station, 2400 Mississippi Ave,
Sauget; Best Stop, 2001 Camp Jackson Rd, Cahokia; and Mobil, 9221 Beller
Drive, Mascoutah, were involved in the sale of an alcoholic beverage to a
minor. Store employees Dorian A Luster, Sylena J Sergerson, Tamer Z
Jarabara, and William C Wolff, were arrested for Unlawful Delivery of
Alcoholic Liquor to a Minor, a Class A misdemeanor. All were released
pending a notice to appear in court. The public is reminded that charges
are merely accusations and all defendants are presumed innocent unless
proven guilty. This project was funded by the Illinois Department of
Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.
Employees at the following establishments are to be commended for
not selling alcohol to a minor after asking for identification:
Q-Mart, 1616 Camp Jackson Rd, Cahokia
MotoMart, 1117 Camp Jackson Rd, Cahokia
Masad Liquor, 3323 Mississippi Ave, Cahokia
MotoMart, 3120 Mississippi Ave, Sauget
Phillips 66, 2201 Camp Jackson Rd, Cahokia
Bottom Dollar Foods, 600 S. Madison, Lebanon
Shell, 550 S. Madison, Lebanon
MotoMart, 970 US 50, O?Fallon
Casey?s, 908 S. Madison, Lebanon
BP, 743 True Value Dr, Lebanon
Phillips 66, 1040 W. Main, Mascoutah
BP 40 N. 6th St, Mascoutah
Phillips 66, 302 E. Main, Mascoutah
Moto Mart, 303 E. Main, Mascoutah
Caseys, 705 N. Jefferson, Mascoutah



All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.


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Sherri J. Mahon
Zone 6, Administrative Assistant
1100 Eastport Plaza
Collinsville, IL 62234
Office 618 346 3724

ISP District 11 DUIE Detail Results

(See attached file: DUIEDetail Results 10-20.pdf)

M/Sgt. William White #3962
Illinois State Police
District 11 Collinsville
Office (618) 346-3627
Cell (618) 401-7044

ISP District 11 Media Release - ACE Detail Results

(See attached file: FY12 ACE media rel 10 13.pdf)

M/Sgt. William White #3962
Illinois State Police
District 11 Collinsville
Office (618) 346-3627
Cell (618) 401-7044

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  October 11, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  7:00 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police Announces Upcoming Roadside Safety Checks

COLLINSVILLE, IL – Captain Brad Parsons, District 11 Commander, announced today that the Illinois State Police may conduct Roadside Safety Checks (R.S.C) in St. Clair or Madison counties during the month of November.
 
A roadside safety check is an effective tool for generating voluntary compliance by the motoring public.  The potential to come across these checks encourages motorists to arrange designated drivers, keep their consumption of alcohol within the allowable limits, or not drive a motor vehicle after drinking.  Safety checks are designed to keep our roads safe by taking dangerous DUI offenders off the road.

Across the country, an average of one alcohol-related traffic death occurs every 45 minutes.   Alcohol and drug impairment are significant factors in over 40 percent of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois.  Each year in Illinois, hundreds of lives are lost in alcohol-related crashes.  Don’t risk losing your license, your car, and your freedom.  If you drive impaired, law enforcement will arrest you.  

Officers working the R.S.C. will also be watchful for drivers who are operating vehicles in an unsafe manner, driving with a suspended or revoked driver’s license, and transporting open alcoholic beverages.

This Roadside Safety Check is funded through a grant from the United States Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  The grant is administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

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One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323        

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  October 9, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  8:30 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police District 11 Announces Monthly Activity for September

COLLINSVILLE, IL – Illinois State Police District 11 Commander, Captain Brad Parsons, has announced District 11 enforcement figures and activity for September.

Illinois State Police District 11 Troopers issued 1,942 citations, 1,343 written warnings, and made 89 criminal arrests during the month of September.  Speeding accounted for 952 citations and 276 citations were issued for occupant restraint violations.

Troopers investigated 166 traffic crashes, assisted 457 motorists, and conducted 196 commercial vehicle inspections, 42 of which were placed out-of-service for safety reasons.  There were 22 arrests made for driving under the influence and 70 other citations issued for alcohol related violations.

District 11, which encompasses Bond, Clinton, Madison, Monroe, and St. Clair counties, experienced seven traffic crash fatalities in September.  

According to the National Safety Council the major contributing factors to motor-vehicle deaths in the United States are lack of occupant protection, alcohol, speeding, young drivers, distractions, and large trucks.  

In an effort to reduce fatalities, the Illinois State Police uses enforcement activities and educational programs to fight these major contributing factors.

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One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323        

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  October 4, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  9:41 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police Stresses Road Safety During Harvest Season

Both Motorists and Farmers are Urged to be Watchful While Sharing the Road

COLLINSVILLE, IL – The harvest season is here.  Illinois State Police District 11 Commander, Captain Brad Parsons, reminds motorists to use caution while traveling on our rural roadways.

As farmers move equipment from field to field they will be traveling at much slower speeds than the rest of the motoring public. Drivers should be aware of farm vehicles and prepare to slow down when encountering them.

Here are some harvest season safety tips:

• Farm equipment, which travels at speeds of 25 mph or less, is required to have a slow moving vehicle emblem (bright orange triangle) mounted to the rear of the vehicle.
• If traffic begins to back up behind the farm equipment, the operator should pull over in a safe location and allow traffic to pass.
• Farmers should avoid movements of farm equipment at sunrise and sunset as visibility is more limited during these times.
• Motorists should not attempt to pass farm equipment unless it is legal and safe to do so, even if the farm equipment operator waves you around.
• As you prepare to pass farm equipment remember most do not have turn signals.  Many crashes with farm equipment occur as they are making a left turn and a faster vehicle is passing them.
• Anytime you approach farm equipment you should slow down.   Even vehicles approaching from the opposite direction should slow down.  The farm equipment may be over-width and encroaching into the opposite lane of travel.
• When approaching farm equipment traveling in the opposite direction, be alert for impatient drivers passing at the wrong time.
• As always, keep a safe speed, maintain a safe following distance, do not drive distracted and be patient.

“Farm equipment and motor vehicles both have a right to be on the roadway,” stated Captain Parsons.  “Safety during the harvest season is a joint responsibility.  Farmers and motorists need to remember to be patient and courteous while sharing the roads,” he continued.    

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One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  October 4, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  5:30 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police Traffic Alert

The Following Information is Being Released by Illinois State Police District 11

WHAT:                        Due to construction, the I-270 river bridge reduced to one lane in both directions.

WHERE:                 I-270 on the river bridge

WHEN:                Until approximately noon (12:00 p.m.) on Thursday, October 4.

PRELIMINARY:         Due to construction, the I-270 river bridge is currently reduced to one lane in both directions.  Lane reductions will remain in effect until approximately noon (12:00 p.m.) on Thursday, October 4.  Motorists are encouraged to find an alternate route or allow for more time if traveling on I-270 between Illinois and Missouri.  

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One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323

ISP District 11 Roadside Safety Check Results 9/28

(See attached file: ISP DUIE Results 9-28.pdf)

M/Sgt. William White #3962
Illinois State Police
District 11 Collinsville
Office (618) 346-3627
Cell (618) 401-7044

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  September 26, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  3:01 p.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police to Conduct Nighttime Enforcement Patrols

COLLINSVILLE, IL – Captain Brad Parsons, District 11 Commander, announced today that the Illinois State Police (ISP) will conduct Nighttime Enforcement Patrols (NITE) in St. Clair or Madison County during the month of October.

Officers working NITE patrols will be watchful for drivers who are operating vehicles in an unsafe manner, driving with a suspended or revoked driver’s license, transporting open alcoholic beverages, not properly buckled up and driving under the influence.

Alcohol and drug impairment is a significant factor in over 40 percent of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois.  The ISP has zero tolerance for impaired drivers.  If you drive drunk, you will be arrested.

These nighttime patrols are designed to keep our roads safe by taking dangerous DUI offenders off the road and ensuring all vehicle occupants are buckled up.  

This project is funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

# # #

One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  September 26, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  2:59 p.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police to Conduct Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols

COLLINSVILLE, IL – Captain Brad Parsons, District 11 Commander, announced today that the Illinois State Police (ISP) will conduct Occupant Restraint Enforcement Patrols (OREP) in St. Clair or Madison County during the month of October.  

OREP allows the ISP to target an area with saturation patrols that focus on traffic violations and related compliance with safety belt and child safety seat laws.  Safety belt enforcement zones will also be set up to ensure the driver and passengers are buckled up.  Beginning January 1, 2012, Illinois law requires all vehicle passengers (front and back) to be buckled up!

Safety belts are one of the most effective safety devices in vehicles today, estimated to save over 16,000 lives each year.  Over half of vehicle occupants killed in a traffic crash were not properly buckled up.  

The objective of this program is to increase compliance of occupant restraint laws through education, child seat inspections, and enforcement.  Greater awareness, acceptance, and use of occupant protection equipment will save many lives.  

This project is funded through the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.  

# # #

One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323        

ISP District 11 ACE Detail Results

(See attached file: ISP D11 ACE Detail results.pdf)

M/Sgt. William White #3962
Illinois State Police
District 11 Collinsville
Office (618) 346-3627
Cell (618) 401-7044

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  September 25, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  7:37 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police to Conduct Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement Patrols

COLLINSVILLE, IL – Captain Brad Parsons, District 11 Commander, announced today that the Illinois State Police (ISP) will conduct Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) patrols in St. Clair or Madison County during the month of October.  

The ACE patrols allow the ISP to target an area with saturation patrols that focus on preventing, detecting, and taking enforcement action in response to violations associated with impaired driving and illegal transportation or consumption of alcohol and other drugs.  

Across the country, an average of one alcohol-related traffic death occurs every 48 minutes.   Alcohol and drug impairment remain significant factors in over 40 percent of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois.  Each year in Illinois, hundreds of lives are lost in alcohol-related crashes.  

Don’t risk losing your license, your car, and your freedom.  If you drive impaired, law enforcement will arrest you.        

This project is funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

# # #

One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323        

ISP District 11 OREP Detail Results

(See attached file: ISP D11 OREP Post News rel..pdf)

M/Sgt. William White #3962
Illinois State Police
District 11 Collinsville
Office (618) 346-3627
Cell (618) 401-7044

Zone 6 ACE Detail 09/21/12 - Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Captain
James Morrisey
Zone 6
09/21/12 1100 Eastport Plaza Drive
Collinsville, IL, 62234
618-346-3721




Illinois State Police Announce Results of Alcohol Countermeasure
Enforcement Surveillance Details

Collinsville IL ? Illinois State Police, Zone 6 officers conducted Alcohol
Countermeasure Enforcement (ACE) surveillance at various establishments
during the evening hours of Friday, September 21, 2012, in Madison County.
The purpose of these ACE details is to determine which businesses may be
selling alcoholic beverages to minors (persons under 21 years of age).
A total of 23 locations were surveyed in Edwardsville, Glen
Carbon, Maryville and Troy. Of those businesses, Super Valu, 523 Troy
Plaza, Troy, Phillips 66 Gas Station, 804 South Main, Troy, and Walgreens,
2 Cottonwood Road, Glen Carbon, were involved in the sale of an alcoholic
beverage to a minor. Store employees Donald J. Callahan, Erica A.
Burraughs and Trudy V. Neely were arrested for Unlawful Delivery of
Alcoholic Liquor to a Minor, a Class A misdemeanor. All were released
pending a notice to appear in court. The public is reminded that charges
are merely accusations and all defendants are presumed innocent unless
proven guilty. This project was funded by the Illinois Department of
Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

Employees at the following establishments are to be commended for not
selling alcohol to a minor after asking for identification:
Casey?s, 2101 S. Center St., Maryville
Phillips 66, 2621 N Center St., Maryville
Milo?s Cigars and More, 2921 N. Center St., Suite 5, Maryville
Walgreens, 6607 IL 162, Maryville
Mobil, 913 Edwardsville Rd., Troy
Pilot, 820 Edwardsville Rd., Troy
Walgreens, 640 Edwardsville Rd., Troy
Phillips 66, 536 Edwardsville Rd., Troy
ZX, 437 Edwardsville Rd., Troy
BP, 3 The Game Drive, Glen Carbon
MotoMart, 1 Club Centre Ct., Edwardsville
Gas Mart, 1089 S. 157, Edwardsville
Shell, 629 W. Schwarz, Edwardsville
Han-Dee Mart, 415 N. Main, Edwardsville
Moto Mart, 415 W. Main, Edwardsville
Walgreens, 102 W. Vandalia, Edwardsville
Amoco BP, 301 S. Buchanan, Edwardsville
Shell, 121 E. Vandalia, Edwardsville
CVS, 126 S. Buchanan, Edwardsville
Conoco, 3 Glen West Rd., Glen Carbon`



All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.


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ISP District 11 Media Release - Roadside Safety Check Results

(See attached file: DUIEDetail Results 9-22.pdf)


M/Sgt. William White #3962
Illinois State Police
District 11 Collinsville
Office (618) 346-3627
Cell (618) 401-7044

For Immediate Release

(See attached file: ISP Memorial Park 2nd Grade Donation.docx)

For Immediate Release

(See attached file: Cold Case release.doc)

ISP District 11 Crash Release- crash 11-12-01993

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director

Date: 09/17/12
Time: 7:50 p.m.
Location: Interstate 55- southbound- milepost 28
County: Madison
Crash Number: 11-12-01993

Unit 1
Vehicle Description: 2010 Freightliner Ambulance (Alhambra -Hamel Ambulance
Service)
Driver Name: Theodore W. Berg
Gender: Male
Age: 31
City/State of Residence : Staunton, IL.
Seatbelt use: Yes
Injuries: Incapacitating
Taken To: Anderson Hospital- Maryville via Laughlin Ambulance


Unit 2
Vehicle Description: 2007 Kenworth Tractor/Trailer
Driver Name: Daniel D. Eddinger
Gender: Male
Age: 69
City/State of Residence : Lisbon, OH
Seatbelt use: Yes
Injuries: Incapacitating
Taken To: Anderson Hospital- Maryville via Laughlin Ambulance

Passenger 1
Unit #: 1
Name: Michele M. Logue
Gender: Female
Age: 61
City/State of Residence: Hamel, IL.
Seatbelt use: Yes
Injuries: Incapacitating
Taken To: Anderson Hospital- Maryville via Laughlin Ambulance


Passenger 2
Unit #: 2
Name: Rayburn Conway
Gender: Male
Age: 52
City/State of Residence: Sandusky, OH.
Seatbelt use: Yes
Injuries: Incapacitating
Taken To: Anderson Hospital- Maryville via Laughlin Ambulance




Narrative: Unit 1, an Alhambra/Hamel Ambulance, was responding to a
medical emergency at the Interstate 55 Southbound Rest Area at milepost 28.
Unit 1 was traveling southbound on Interstate 55, in the right lane, at
milepost 28. Unit 2 (a tractor-trailer) was traveling southbound on
Interstate 55, in the right lane, directly behind Unit 1. Unit 1 made a
sudden turn to the right, as if to attempt to exit onto the ramp that runs
from the Interstate 55 southbound Rest Area to Interstate 55 Southbound (as
if to go up the ramp the wrong way). Unit 2 struck the rear passenger side
of Unit 1, causing Unit 1 to overturn. Both drivers and both passengers (4
persons) were injured and went to Anderson Hospital in Maryville with
Laughlin Ambulance. No charges were issued.




* The public is reminded that criminal defendants are presumed innocent
until the government is able to prove its charges in court beyond a
reasonable doubt.


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Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  September 14, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  12:29 p.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Another Illinois State Police Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of More Illegal Drugs

Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of 3.6 Pounds of Methamphetamine.

MADISON COUNTY, IL – Captain Brad Parsons, District 11 Commander, announces the seizure of illegal drugs.  The seizure occurred on September 9, 2012 at approximately 12:07 a.m. on I-55 northbound near Troy.  Seized was approximately 3.6 pounds of methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $330,000.  
 
On September 9, at approximately 12:07 a.m. an ISP Trooper stopped a silver SUV for improper lane usage.  Further investigation led the Trooper to believe there was criminal activity.  The Trooper asked for and was given consent to search the vehicle.  An ISP K-9 was also requested and arrived on scene.  The K-9 positively alerted to the presence of an illegal substance.  A search of the SUV revealed three cellophane wrapped bundles containing approximately 3.6 pounds of methamphetamine.  

“This is the second time in the last few weeks a Trooper has made a traffic stop and found a significant amount of illegal drugs,” said Captain Parsons.  “If criminals continue to traffic drugs through Illinois, we will continue to find them and put them in jail,” he continued.

On August 29, 2012 a Trooper conducted a traffic stop on I-70 eastbound near Pierron.  That traffic stop led to the discovery of 7.9 kilograms of cocaine with an estimated street value of $790,000.  

Julian Astorga Moreno, age 31 of Phoenix Arizona, a passenger in the vehicle, is currently being held in the St. Clair County Jail pending federal charges for drug trafficking.  An immigration detainer was issued for the driver of the SUV and another passenger in the vehicle.  They are being held at Madison county pending possible deportation by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).  An immigration detainer has also been issued by ICE for Moreno.    

THE PUBLIC IS REMINDED THAT ALL ARRESTED PERSONS ARE MERELY ACCUSED OF THE CHARGES AGAINST
THEM AND ARE PRESUMED INNOCENT UNLESS PROVEN GUILTY IN A COURT OF LAW.



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One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323

Illinois State Police - Press Release

ILLINOIS STATE POLICE
Hiram Grau - Director
NEWS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Date:  September 14, 2012	Trooper Mike Link
Time:  7:51 a.m.	618.346.3524 - Office
	618.973.3050 - Cell
	mike.link@isp.state.il.us

Illinois State Police Announces Upcoming Roadside Safety Checks

COLLINSVILLE, IL – Captain Brad Parsons, District 11 Commander, announced today that the Illinois State Police may conduct Roadside Safety Checks (R.S.C) in St. Clair or Madison counties during the month of October.
 
A roadside safety check is an effective tool for generating voluntary compliance by the motoring public.  The potential to come across these checks encourages motorists to arrange designated drivers, keep their consumption of alcohol within the allowable limits, or not drive a motor vehicle after drinking.  Safety checks are designed to keep our roads safe by taking dangerous DUI offenders off the road.

Across the country, an average of one alcohol-related traffic death occurs every 45 minutes.   Alcohol and drug impairment are significant factors in over 40 percent of all fatal motor vehicle crashes in Illinois.  Each year in Illinois, hundreds of lives are lost in alcohol-related crashes.  Don’t risk losing your license, your car, and your freedom.  If you drive impaired, law enforcement will arrest you.  

Officers working the R.S.C. will also be watchful for drivers who are operating vehicles in an unsafe manner, driving with a suspended or revoked driver’s license, and transporting open alcoholic beverages.

This Roadside Safety Check is funded through a grant from the United States Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  The grant is administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation, Division of Traffic Safety.

# # #

One Driving Fatality is One too Many and the Illinois State Police is Committed to Driving Zero Fatalities to a Reality
www.isp.state.il.us  /  TDD: 1-800-255-3323