Illinois State Police announce results of roadside safety check on U.S. 6 west of Peru

33 citations, 36 written warnings issued

Sgt. Joe Fahs with Illinois State Police District 17 performs a traffic stop on southbound Interstate 39. An Illinois Senate Bill that would increase the fine for Scott’s Law violations awaits Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s signature.

Illinois State Police Troop 2 announced the results of specialty patrols conducted in La Salle and Rock Island counties in June.

Three roadside safety checks, including one June 23-24 on U.S. 6 and Dalzell Road, resulted in 33 citations and 36 written warnings. Nighttime enforcement patrols resulted in 37 citations and 18 written warnings. Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement patrols resulted in 54 citations and 29 written warnings. Distracted driving patrols resulted in 66 citations and 19 written warnings. Occupant restraint enforcement patrols resulted in 167 citations and 45 written warnings.