State troopers from the Rincon Post of the Georgia State Patrol investigated 12 traffic crashes in January in Effingham County.

Sgt. First Class Nease said the crashes resulted in 14 injuries and no deaths.

 Nease stated troopers from Post 42 also issued 184 traffic citations in the county during the month. The total includes three earrests for driving under the influence, 72 citations for speeding, 58 seat belt violations and four  child restraint violations. Troopers also issued 164 warnings.