April Enforcement Totals
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — Indiana State Police said troopers made 38,233 traffic stops across the state in April as part of their enforcement work in all 14 districts. Those stops resulted in 16,791 traffic citations and 30,479 warnings. Police said the effort also produced 295 arrests for drunk driving and 1,426 criminal arrests tied to traffic stops. In addition, troopers made 1,094 criminal arrests for non-traffic crimes during the month.
Crash Response Across Indiana
Troopers also spent part of the month responding to crashes on Indiana roads. Police investigated 1,002 crashes in April, including 172 that caused injuries and six that were fatal. The agency said those numbers reflect both enforcement and crash response work handled by state police throughout the month. Officials said the goal is to reduce crashes, injuries and deaths on the state’s roads.
Seatbelt And Distracted Driving
State police also reported 1,485 seatbelt citations and 324 citations for distracted driving in April. Those citations were part of the broader traffic enforcement effort that also included citations, warnings and criminal arrests. The department has said it uses several enforcement strategies to reach drivers across Indiana and to address behaviors that can lead to serious crashes. The data show troopers focused on both moving violations and safety issues during the month.
Tools Used By Troopers
Indiana State Police said it uses a range of enforcement methods in support of Gov. Braun’s public safety platform. That includes aircraft, dedicated patrols, motorcycles and unmarked cars. The agency said those tools help troopers reach more roads and identify violations or dangerous driving behavior. Officials did not provide a district-by-district breakdown in the summary, but said the work is carried out across the state’s 14 districts.
Roadside Help And Public Tip
Beyond stops and arrests, troopers also assisted 2,699 drivers in April with disabled vehicles, flat tires and other roadside problems. The agency said drivers who see suspicious or illegal activity on the road should call 911. State police said the overall purpose of the enforcement and assistance efforts is to make travel safer and reduce crashes, injuries and fatalities on Indiana roads. The April totals reflect a mix of enforcement, crash investigation and motorist aid.
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