Two Operation Hard Hat Details completed in Franklin and St. Lawr...

press release

New York State Police conducted two "Operation Hard Hat" details, one in Franklin County and the other in St. Lawrence County, where they combined and issued 81 tickets.

On September 24, 2024, Troopers monitored traffic on State Highway 3 in the town of Tupper Lake while road crews were conducting shoulder work.

42 tickets were issued:
Cell phone- 1
Seat Belt-13
Other moving-1
Other non-moving- 26

Ten comical vehicle inspections were completed resulting in 16 violations, including 6 out service violations.

On September 25, 2024, Troopers monitored traffic on State Highway 37 in the town of Hammond while road crews were conducting shoulder work. During the detail, Troopers blend in with the workers and watch for unsafe behavior.

39 tickets were issued:
Speeds-5
Cell phone- 3
Seat Belt-12
Other moving-2
Other non-moving- 17

Two commercial vehicle inspections were completed resulting in 2 violations.

Motorists are reminded to drive responsibly in work zones. Make sure to follow the postage signage and put down any distractions. Slow down, and move over to another lane when it is safe to do so. Everyone working on the side of the roadways deserves to get back home safely.