Missouri

• Type of program: 911 or general emergency.
• Program name: *55.
• Program housed: Missouri State Highway Patrol.
• Program began: Unknown.
• Reason for initiation: The program was initiated to provide immediate assistance to motorists.
• How does the program operate: Motorists call *55 on their cell phones and are directly connected to the closest Highway Patrol Troop.
• Phone number used: *55.
• How is program announced or promoted: Highway signs.
• Is funding required: Yes, for dispatchers.
• Has any evaluation been conducted: No
• Some problems with program: Multiple calls for the same incident and shortage of personnel.
• Additional information: Missouri uses other law enforcement agencies to respond to calls if a State Trooper is not available.
• Contact information:

                        Scott Turner, Highway Safety Program Administrator
                        Missouri Department of Transportation – Highway Safety Division
                        573-751-5407
                        Scott.Turner@modot.mo.gov

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