New Hampshire, Maine State Police Team Up For I-95 Seacoast Enforcement

PORTSMOUTH, NH — State police in two states stopped hundreds of vehicles this week in an effort to enforce traffic laws in both New Hampshire and Maine.

Between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Wednesday, New Hampshire and Maine state police increased their highway presence to “eliminate dangerous driving behaviors,” Amber Lagace, the public information officer for NHSP.

“Although this effort is made on a daily basis, the addition of several extra troopers to the Interstate was designed to saturate the roadway and provide enhanced visibility within each respective state,” she said.

Troopers in the Granite State stopped 117 motorists and issued 78 citations on various violations, she said. One driver was arrested for not having a license. Thirteen commercial vehicles were also stopped, and four drivers were placed out of service.

Maine staties stopped 156 vehicles and issued 102 citations. Troopers in Maine also, Lagace said, inspected 46 commercial vehicles. Five drivers and 15 trucks were taken out of service while two were arrested.

“As the weather begins to change and warmer weather becomes regular,” she said, “the New Hampshire State Police would like to remind the public that courteous and mindful driving is necessary. Observation of traffic laws is necessary and designed to support your travels.”

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