GREENLAND, NEW HAMPSHIRE — Greenland Police and New Hampshire State Police Troops A and G made 71 traffic stops and inspected 21 commercial vehicles on November 5, finding 97 violations, 26 of them out-of-service violations, during a joint operation responding to complaints about tractor-trailers on Route 33.
The operation addressed “ongoing concerns and reported issues involving tractor-trailer trucks traveling through the area of Ocean Road and causing safety issues in the intersection.” From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., officers and troopers ran a highly visible saturation patrol across the Route 33 area, focusing on both passenger vehicles and commercial vehicle safety. State Police released results on November 6.
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (NHSP Troop G)
- 21 commercial motor vehicle inspections
- 97 total violations
- 26 out-of-service violations
The violations included both New Hampshire traffic offenses and federal commercial motor vehicle violations. Out-of-service violations are critical safety violations. The driver or vehicle cannot keep operating until the problem is repaired or corrected and return-to-service requirements are met.
Passenger Vehicle Enforcement
- Greenland Police: 21 traffic stops, 20 warnings, 1 citation
- NHSP Troop A: 29 traffic stops, 34 warnings, 3 citations, and 1 assist to Rye Police with the arrest of a juvenile for criminal mischief
“The goal of the enforcement initiative was to increase roadway safety, promote compliance with traffic laws, and address unsafe driving behaviors and potential commercial motor vehicle violations,” police said.
Greenland Police Chief Wayne Bertogli thanked Troops A and G for their cooperation and partnership. “Traffic safety remains a shared responsibility,” the department said, reminding all motorists, including commercial vehicle operators, to obey speed limits and make sure their vehicles are operating safely and in compliance with state and federal rules. State Police said members will continue to take part in similar efforts.
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