Operation Safe Haul was conducted across Laramie County between November 18th and November 20th in partnership between the sheriff’s office, Wyoming Highway Patrol, and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
This coordinated effort was aimed at removing unqualified, unsafe, and undocumented commercial drivers from Laramie County roadways. Primary areas of focus included I-25, I-80, US-85 and state highways/county roads in the communities of Cheyenne, Carpenter, Burns, Pine Bluffs, and Albin.
During the 3-day operation, LCSO deputies conducted 195 traffic stops, issued 49 citations, and arrested dozens of criminal aliens.
During the operation, the Wyoming Highway Patrol completed a total of 133 commercial inspections, resulting in 44 vehicles and 38 drivers being placed out of service. Out of service violations included 45 for inoperable brakes, 16 CDL/Licensing issues, ten English language proficiency violations and two drug violations.
Operation Safe Haul resulted in 40 criminal alien arrests, which were processed by ICE for removal from the United States. Notable arrests included a criminal alien who had convictions for DUI and felony sexual assault involving the drugging of his victim who had previously been deported twice. Another criminal alien had convictions for DUI and larceny and been previously deported five times.
LCSO will continue to work with local, state, and federal partners to promote safe travel in our communities.