Published on Thursday, July 12, 2007
in the Pensacola News-Journal

Troopers to use unmanned cruisers

The Florida Highway Patrol will utilize an unmanned marked patrol cars to help deter traffic violations.

The patrol car will be increase visibility in problem areas. Troopers will also conduct follow-up patrols in those areas where the unmanned patrol car was placed.

The times and locations of the vehicle are not advertised so the visibility will be more effective.

Troopers said they hope this strategy will deter speeders and other violators.

“The empty patrol car you pass today maybe manned by a trooper tomorrow, are you willing to take the chance?” troopers asked in a news release.