SAULT STE. MARIE, MI-- Michigan State Police in the Eastern U.P. are stepping up efforts to promote traffic safety.
Troopers from the Sault Ste. Marie Post are dedicating patrols to traffic enforcement in Chippewa and Luce counties over the summer, concentrating on M-123.
Police will focus on aggressive driving, including tailgating, speeding, improper passing, and operating under the influence of alcohol.
Officials say Chippewa and Luce counties are tourist destinations that see high volumes of traffic between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
