By MATT PIKE
St. Joseph Post
The St. Joseph Police Department, along with the Buchanan County Sheriff's Office, conducted a saturation patrol on Friday evening.
The patrol along the Belt Highway was held to promote overall public safety. During the four hour patrol, officers enforced driving violations associated with driving while intoxicated as well as reckless driving in parking lots.
There were four arrests made, 22 tickets issued, and 40 warnings given during the operation.
“The professionalism and teamwork of our dedicated officers and partner agencies not only enhance our community’s well-being, but also set a standard for excellence in law enforcement. Thank you for going above and beyond to keep our roads safer for everyone," Police Chief Paul Luster said in a news release from the St. Joseph Police Department.
This article has been edited since first published.