Crime & Safety

State Police Inspect Motor Coaches

Local troop conducted 29 inspections; placed one driver out of service; issued nine citations and 29 warnings.

 

The Pennsylvania State Police recently participated in a five-day enforcement effort inspecting motor coaches, State Police Commissioner Frank Noonan announced.

State and municipal motor carrier enforcement personnel, including Philadelphia and Pittsburgh police officers and Public Utility Commission staff, inspected 341 motor coaches at popular travel destinations such as and amusement parks throughout the state.

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Between Nov. 19 and Nov. 23, enforcement personnel placed a total of 19 motor coaches and 10 drivers out of service for various safety violations.

Troop M, which covers Bucks, Lehigh and Northampton counties, conducted 29 inspections; placed one driver out of service; issued nine citations and 29 warnings.

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 “Motor coach strike forces are just one of the many ways we help ensure the safety of everyone traveling throughout Pennsylvania,” Noonan said. “Whether you’ll be driving 20 or 200 miles this holiday season, it’s important to be aware of the road and to be a safe, courteous and patient driver.”

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) monitors interstate bus and truck safety. Before choosing a charter bus line, visit the FMCSA's website to research the safety history of any specific interstate passenger carrier company at www.fmcsa.dot.gov.

Visit Pennsylvania State Police online at www.psp.state.pa.us.

The is located in Bensalem and part of Troop M.


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