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Distracted drivers targeted

MACKINAC COUNTY — Michigan State Police troopers from the St. Ignace State Police Post have recently increased specific patrols of the Mackinac Bridge, targeting distracted and careless drivers.

According to an MSP press release, there has been a steady uptick of videos found on internet sites showing drivers taking photos, filming video and doing many other activities other than focusing on controlling their vehicles.

A recent focused enforcement detail resulted in several drivers contacted and educated on the dangers of distracted and careless driving. Troopers will continue with focused enforcement of distracted and careless driving on the Mackinac Bridge and will take appropriate enforcement action to discourage these behaviors.

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