MSP issue more than 200 tickets, clock driver going 97 mph during Lodge Freeway crackdown

Troopers make 165 stops

DETROIT – Michigan State Police troopers wrote more than 200 tickets and issued more than 100 verbal warnings Thursday during a crackdown on the Lodge Freeway.

Troopers made 165 stops resulting in the citations. Two fugitives were also arrested.

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The majority of tickets were written for speeding. One driver was traveling 97 mph on the 55 mph speed limit freeway.

Tickets given during crackdown:

  • Speed -- 78
  • Seat belts -- 37
  • Driving on a suspended license -- 36
  • No proof of insurance -- 25
  • Registration violations -- 20
  • Equipment violations -- 10
  • Miscellaneous citations -- 10
  • Texting and driving -- 7
  • Failing to yield to emergency vehicle -- 5