Vermont State Police Conduct Saturation Patrol on I-91

Troopers target aggressive driving and promote safe driving on interstate

Apr. 4, 2026 at 1:34am

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The Vermont State Police conducted a saturation patrol on I-91 and the surrounding area in Caledonia County on April 3rd, 2026 between 5 PM and 8 PM. The purpose of the patrol was to detect and identify aggressive drivers, enforce motor vehicle laws, and promote safe driving.

Why it matters

Saturation patrols are a common tactic used by law enforcement to crack down on dangerous driving behaviors like speeding and reckless operation. This patrol on I-91, a major interstate highway in Vermont, aims to improve safety for all motorists in the region.

The details

During the 3-hour saturation patrol, 6 troopers were involved and conducted a total of 39 traffic stops. They issued 7 traffic tickets and 33 written warnings, with the majority of citations going to drivers exceeding 85 mph, including one driver going over 90 mph.

  • The saturation patrol took place on April 3rd, 2026 between 5 PM and 8 PM.

The players

Vermont State Police

The state law enforcement agency responsible for patrolling Vermont's highways and enforcing traffic laws.

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The takeaway

This saturation patrol demonstrates the Vermont State Police's ongoing commitment to improving road safety and cracking down on dangerous driving behaviors like speeding on major highways like I-91.