PENDLETON, INDIANA — Indiana State Police conducted a four-hour directed enforcement patrol targeting distracted driving on Interstate 70 on April 10, 2026, making 153 traffic stops and uncovering 45 violations across 16 commercial vehicle inspections.
The patrol covered I-70 from mile marker 69 to mile marker 156 at the Ohio/Indiana state line, spanning the Indianapolis and Pendleton Districts. Troopers focused on cell phone use and other unsafe driving behaviors.
Overall Enforcement Results
• 153 Total Traffic Stops
• 72 Traffic Citations
• 4 Telecommunication Usage Citations
• 4 Telecommunication Usage Warnings
• 103 Warnings Issued
• 5 Criminal Arrests
CMV Enforcement Results
• 18 CMVs Stopped
• 16 CMV Inspections Conducted
• 45 Violations Discovered
• 9 CMV Citations Issued
• 9 CMV Warnings Issued
Indiana State Police said they remain committed to ensuring the safety of all motorists through targeted enforcement and education. Drivers are reminded to stay alert, avoid distractions, and focus solely on driving while traveling through Indiana.
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