Troopers assist 400 motorists during weekend storm

Troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol were busy throughout Thanksgiving weekend. Troopers responded to multiple winter storms across the state, assisting more than 400 motorists in need of help from Wednesday through Sunday.

"Two major snow events that covered much of Nebraska made Thanksgiving travel difficult," said Colonel John Bolduc.

This annual Thanksgiving "Click It or Ticket" campaign, included enforcement operations from more than 30 law enforcement agencies across Nebraska.

Troopers arrested 17 people for driving under the influence of alcohol. Troopers also issued 278 speeding, 28 driving under suspension, eight open container, five minor in possession, 12 no proof of insurance, seven no seat belt and four improper child restraint citations. Troopers also performed 407 motorist assists, responded to 48 crashes and assisted other agencies with 78 events.