Thursday, October 25, 2018

Idaho State Police and allied law enforcement agencies conduct 2-day emphasis patrol near Lewiston resulting in drug seizures and arrests

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IDAHO STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE
District 2 Patrol 2700 North and South Highway Lewiston, ID 83501-1732
(208) 799-5151
Fax (208) 799-5146

For Immediate Release: 10/25/2018 3:15 PM
Please direct questions to Sgt Ken Yount at the District Two Office

Idaho State Police and allied law enforcement agencies conduct 2-day emphasis patrol near Lewiston resulting in drug seizures and arrests

On October 23 and 24, 2018, the Idaho State Police conducted an emphasis patrol on US Highway 12 and US Highway 95 near Lewiston, Idaho with support from the Nez Perce County Sheriff's Office, Nez Perce Tribal Police Department and Idaho County Sheriff's Office. The focus of the patrol was to enhance traffic safety and disrupt criminal activity.
During the 2 day emphasis patrol, 156 vehicles were stopped for traffic violations. Upon further investigation of those stops, law enforcement identified 14 felony drug violations and 62 misdemeanor drug violations. Eight individuals were arrested for outstanding warrants and one driver was arrested for DUI. Multiple citations and warnings were issued for traffic violations. The Idaho State Police appreciates allied agency support of its mission to provide public safety across the State of Idaho through law enforcement excellence.

SJT

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