Vista enforcement

Sparks Police issued 39 citations early Wednesday morning after getting multiple traffic complaints near Sparks and Vista Blvd. freeway on-ramps. 

Police say the complaints included cars running red lights, blocking intersections, turning violations and reckless/aggressive driving.

As a result, officers conducted a targeted enforcement, making 38 traffic stops during a two-hour period during the morning commute.

"The Sparks Police Department acknowledges the traffic related issues at these locations are frustrating for morning and afternoon commuters. We would like to remind everyone that committing these violations further slows the flow of traffic and increases the probability of accidents. The Sparks Police Department will continue to monitor and conduct enforcement operations during commute hours," the department says in a statement.