Troopers Conduct One-Day Traffic Enforcement Blitz

A regional enforcement day in Bucks County and several nearby counties ended with citations and arrests.

Pennsylvania State Police Troop M conducted a comprehensive traffic enforcement operation on Tuesday covering Lehigh, Northampton, and Bucks counties, according to troopers.

During the enforcement detail, troopers issued 178 traffic citations and 56 warning, state police said.

The operation also led to two arrests for driving under the influence (DUI) and two for drug possession. Additionally, one individual was apprehended on an outstanding warrant, troopers said.

The day of ramped up enforcement was part of a broader effort to enhance roadway safety through visible enforcement, according to a statement from the state police.

“The objective of this operation was to conduct aggressive, visible enforcement resulting in increased highway safety,” the statement said.

State police also took the opportunity to remind motorists of the legal consequences of fleeing from law enforcement. The crime is felony of the third degree can result in penalties including up to seven years in prison, a $15,000 fine, and restitution for any damages or injuries caused during the pursuit.

Local and state police in the area are also in the midst of a regional aggressive driving enforcement wave that will end next month.

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