Officer on a Train

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IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE
District 1 Patrol 615 West Wilbur Ave. Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
(208) 209-8620
Fax (208) 209-8619

OFFICERS RIDE THE RAILS TO CATCH MOTORISTS VIOLATING GRADE CROSSING LAWS

WHAT: Officer on the Train program designed to identify unsafe motorists who attempt to beat the train and violate Idaho grade crossing laws.

WHEN: Wednesday September 13, 2017

WHERE: 0630 Prairie Falls Golf Course on Spokane St. Post Falls Press Briefing

WHO: The Officer on the Train program is sponsored by Union Pacific Railroad, Idaho State Police, Idaho Operation Lifesaver, as well as, city and county agencies in the areas. The briefing will include: Travis Campbell state coordinator for Idaho Operation Lifesaver and officers from the agencies involved.

WHY: An incident happens about every three hours between a train and a motorist/pedestrian. We would like to change motorist?s behavior and ultimately save lives.

PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES: There is an opportunity for the media representatives to ride in the locomotive cab. If motorists violate the law by ignoring the signals, you may be able to obtain video of officers issuing citations to drivers. If your agency wants a timeslot riding in the cab of the locomotive, you must make arrangements ASAP. It will be first come first serve.

INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES: Idaho State Police officers Idaho Operation Lifesaver State Coordinator Travis Campbell

CONTACT: Travis D Campbell 208-412-2481 State Coordinator, Idaho Operation Lifesaver/Sgt. Jonelle Greear 208-772-6055 Idaho State Police


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