Local law enforcement agencies in Moncks Corner, South Carolina—including the Moncks Corner Police Department, Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office, and South Carolina Highway Patrol—recently conducted a joint traffic safety checkpoint on New Year’s Eve, issuing 68 citations and 58 warnings.
Key Violations
Speeding violations dominated with 43 citations, while expired tags accounted for 8.
Other notable issues included 6 citations for no South Carolina driver’s license, 4 for driving under suspension, and 2 each for uninsured vehicles and failure to maintain proof of insurance.
Minor violations comprised reckless driving (1), improper plate display (1), and careless operation (1).
Additional Outcomes
One wanted suspect was arrested during the operation.
This multi-agency effort highlights ongoing regional focus on traffic safety in Berkeley County.
According to the Moncks Corner Police Department, here are the statistics of their results:
- Driving Under Suspension (DUS): 4
- Uninsured Motor Vehicle: 2
- Improper Display of Plate: 1
- Speeding: 43
- Reckless Driving: 1
- No South Carolina Driver’s License: 6
- Expired Tag: 8
- Careless Operation: 1
- Failure to Maintain Proof of Insurance: 2
