Ohio Police to Increase Presence on Busy Interstates

Joint traffic enforcement operation aims to reduce crashes and suppress crime

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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The Ohio State Highway Patrol announced it will be working with the Dayton Police Department, Huber Heights Police Department, and Vandalia Police Department on a joint traffic enforcement operation on Interstate 70 and Interstate 75 in Clark and Montgomery counties on Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The partnership aims to reduce deadly crashes and suppress crime through increased police presence and traffic safety measures.

Why it matters

Interstate 70 and Interstate 75 are two of the busiest highways in the Dayton region, with high traffic volumes and increased risk of accidents and criminal activity. This joint enforcement operation is an effort to improve public safety and reduce dangerous driving behaviors on these critical transportation corridors.

The details

The traffic enforcement operation will involve officers from multiple law enforcement agencies patrolling and monitoring activity on I-70 and I-75 throughout the day. The goal is to identify and address issues like speeding, reckless driving, and other traffic violations that can lead to crashes. The initiative also aims to disrupt any criminal activity taking place on the highways.

  • The enforcement operations will take place on Tuesday, February 11, 2026 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The players

Ohio State Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency responsible for patrolling Ohio's highways and interstates.

Dayton Police Department

The municipal police department serving the city of Dayton, Ohio.

Huber Heights Police Department

The municipal police department serving the city of Huber Heights, Ohio.

Vandalia Police Department

The municipal police department serving the city of Vandalia, Ohio.

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What they’re saying

“'Additionally, the initiative aims to raise awareness, provide education, and promote community transparency through traffic safety measures.'”

— Ohio State Highway Patrol Spokesperson (whio.com)

The takeaway

This joint enforcement operation demonstrates the commitment of local and state law enforcement agencies to improve public safety on two of the region's most critical transportation corridors. By working together to address dangerous driving behaviors and potential criminal activity, they hope to reduce crashes and enhance security for all who use these busy interstates.