KSP reminding public of local traffic safety checkpoints

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Kentucky State Police would like to remind the public they will be patrolling known problematic areas.

KSP stated that they aim to make roads safer for drivers, and some of these measures include traffic safety checkpoints.

In addition, traffic safety checkpoint can provide for a high visibility, public safety service, focusing on operator impairment, vehicular equipment deficiencies (confirming appropriate registration and insurance of vehicles) and the valid licensing of drivers. Other violations of law and/or other public safety issues that arise will be addressed.

These checkpoints will allow KSP the opportunity to occasionally concentrate its efforts in checking for violations of Kentucky traffic and regulatory laws that will ultimately increase the safety of the residents.

Post 3 serves Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Simpson and Warren counties.

Traffic Safety checkpoint locations in the Post 3 District may be found at KSP’s website, kentuckystatepolice.org/post3checkpoints/.