EASTERN ARKANSAS — Arkansas State Police Troop D said there were no fatalities over the Memorial Day holiday period, which ran from 6 p.m. last Friday through 11:59 p.m. Monday night.
Troopers worked a total of ten vehicle accidents.
There were 240 total arrests including 10 for DWI and 38 for speeding.
Troopers made 52 criminal arrests, 11 for seat belt, 15 for child restraints, 36 other hazard arrests and 78 non-hazardous arrests. There were eight motorist assists and 320 other warnings.
Troopers made a total of 578 contacts during the holiday period.
Arkansas State Police Troop D is headquartered in Forrest City and serves Crittenden, Cross, Lee, Monroe, Phillips, Prairie, St. Francis and Woodruff counties.
