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Law enforcement blitz issues 137 citations in Colorado

A multi-agency blitz in Colorado targeted commercial vehicles on February 20, 2025, issuing 137 citations over nine hours.

What happened: The operation took place at five Port of Entry locations across the state.

  • Law enforcement focused on critical safety violations, compliance, and impaired driving among truck drivers.

By the numbers: The one-day effort saw 3,800 commercial vehicles pass through the checkpoints.

  • 50 safety inspections were conducted.
  • One warrant arrest was made.

The goal: Sergeant David Lindsay from Fort Collins Police Services noted the importance of the operation in promoting safety. "Enforcement initiatives like these allow us to focus on specific behavior," he said.

Meanwhile: No serious incidents or injuries were reported during the blitz. Truckers managed to continue their routes without major disruptions.

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