On the first night of the weekend-long enforcement operation, authorities said they prevented multiple attempted parking lot takeovers.
MONTGOMERY, Texas — Since launching a new task force focused on illegal street takeovers in Harris and Montgomery counties, authorities have conducted over 300 traffic stops.
“A new task force is being formed to ensure that those who are coming from all over for a local car show and choose to break our laws, disrupt our way of life, and expose our community to dangers will not be tolerated,” MCSO said in a news release earlier this week.
Law enforcement officers from across Montgomery and Harris County, representing 23 agencies, joined forces for this new initiative, which is under the leadership of Montgomery County Sheriff Wesley Doolittle.
On the first night of the weekend-long enforcement operation, authorities said they prevented multiple attempted parking lot takeovers.
Officers conducted 340 traffic stops aimed at curbing racing, reckless driving, street takeovers and other “dangerous behaviors.”
Here are the results from Friday, Feb. 21.
- 95 citations issued
- 223 warnings given
- 20 arrests were made, including reckless driving and drug-related offenses
- 5 arrests in Harris County for reckless driving and deadly conduct
- 1 juvenile was arrested for reckless driving and released to his parents
- 16 vehicles towed
- 323 individuals were released after compliance and a warning
- 2 vehicles seized
- 2 firearms recovered
- 2 stolen vehicles recovered
According to MCSO officials, several of the people arrested are also facing drug-related charges.
“This weekend isn’t about writing tickets or making arrests—it’s about protecting Montgomery County. We are a law and order community, and we are committed to ensuring that everyone can enjoy their hometown without fear of injury by reckless drivers or illegal activity,” Sheriff Doolittle said. “The teamwork and dedication from every deputy, officer, and trooper last night proved that when we work together, we win together by keeping our community safe.”
Authorities will be out again Saturday night.
Watch the full news conference given on Wednesday, :