522 inspections were carried out over several U.S. states and resulted in 78 drivers and 25 vehicles being placed out of service.
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released the results of Operation Saturday Night Fever, a recent effort to improve roadway safety and address criminal activity taking place along freight corridors. The initiative took place on September 26 on highways in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
FMCSA investigators partnered with the Department of Homeland Security and state police officers to help conduct inspections, verify drivers’ credentials, evaluate electronic logging devices, look for distracted driving, and assess English Language Proficiency. A total of 522 inspections were conducted, with 78 drivers and 25 vehicles being placed out of service.
FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs stated, “This operation reflects the strength of our law enforcement partnerships and our shared responsibility to keep America’s roads safe. By working together and focusing our enforcement, we can identify unsafe drivers and vehicles, disrupt criminal activity, and protect the integrity of our transportation system.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Administrator Barrs as he oversees efforts to ensure the safety of American highways.
- For discernment for Secretary Duffy as he heads the Transportation Department.
- For federal agents as they collaborate with state and local law enforcement officers to prevent potential hazardous driving situations.
Sources: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration
