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It is time for a #FeaturedFriday Job Posting! The Ohio State Highway Patrol is hiring for their Police Officer 2 positions in Franklin County. Learn more and apply at bit.ly/4rudPIe
Featured Friday job posting announcement with the State Highway Patrol Ohio badge logo.

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It is time for a #FeaturedFriday Job Posting! The Ohio State Highway Patrol is hiring for their Police Officer 1 positions in Franklin County. Learn more and apply at bit.ly/4AE38Y6
Featured Friday job posting announcement with the State Highway Patrol Ohio badge logo.

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Homecoming is a great chance to connect with friends and enjoy the season. Remember to celebrate responsibly: drive attentively, follow speed limits and never drive under the influence. Your safety is most important. 💃 🪩
A group of teens in formal outfits smile and dance in front of a tinsel background. Text reads, "Dance like no one is watching. Drive like EVERYONE is watching."

ALT A group of teens in formal outfits smile and dance in front of a tinsel background. Text reads, "Dance like no one is watching. Drive like EVERYONE is watching."
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Yesterday during the Top Trooper Awards Ceremony, Program Administrator 3 Christi M. Hawk and Project Manager 1 Gregory J. Wyatt were awarded with Distinguished Service Medallions in recognition of their dedication and contributions to the planning and execution of the event.
Colonel Charles Jones stands next to Christi Hawk and Greg Wyatt as they display their Distinguished Service Medallion awards.

ALT Colonel Charles Jones stands next to Christi Hawk and Greg Wyatt as they display their Distinguished Service Medallion awards.

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☑️5 DAYS LEFT ☑️ Vote OSHP in the 2026 Light Ohio Blue First Responders Photo Challenge in Law Enforcement Cat 1 and Specialty Equipment. bit.ly/4wYo0Gk Click to vote for our cruiser! bit.ly/4yeen7w Click to vote for our specialty equipment!
The Rook, branded with an OSHP S.R.T logo, sits parked in a wooded area.

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The top female and male competitors in driving demonstrated exceptional vehicle-handling skills and professionalism behind the wheel. Top honors were awarded to Tpr. First Class Julia Pettitt and Tpr. Brody Telfer, while Tpr. Smith and Tpr. Harkins were recognized as Runners-Up.
Trooper First Class Julia Pettitt with Colonel Jones.

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Trooper Brody Telfer with Colonel Jones.

ALT Trooper Brody Telfer with Colonel Jones.

Trooper Summer Smith with Colonel Jones.

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Trooper Casey Harkins with Colonel Jones.

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The leadership assessment interview challenged competitors to articulate their leadership style and demonstrate their ability to communicate. Top honors were awarded to Tpr. Anastasia Mohler and Tpr. Thomas Brown. Tpr. Smith and Senior Patrolman Sanchez were Runners-Up.
Trooper Anastasia Mohler with Colonel Jones.

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Trooper Thomas Brown with Colonel Jones.

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Trooper Summer Smith with Colonel Jones.

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Senior Patrolman Austin Sanchez with Colonel Jones.

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The firearms portions of the competition showed that accuracy, focus, and discipline are key. Top honors were awarded to Tpr. Lindsey Rumenapp and Tpr. Samuel Hammon, Ohio State Highway Patrol, while Tpr. Melanie Moreno and Tpr. Casey Harkins were recognized as Runners-Up.
Trooper Lindsey Rumenapp with Colonel Jones.

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Trooper Samuel Hammon with Colonel Jones.

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Trooper Melanie Moreno with Colonel Jones.

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Trooper Casey Harkins with Colonel Jones.

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The physical fitness portion of the competition tested strength, endurance, and mental toughness. Top honors were awarded to Trooper Melanie Moreno and Senior Trooper Trevor Kozlow, while Trooper Lindsey Rumenapp and Trooper Maxwell Prince were recognized as Runners Up.
Trooper Melanie Moreno with Colonel Jones.

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Senior Trooper Trevor Kozlow with Colonel Jones.

ALT Senior Trooper Trevor Kozlow with Colonel Jones.

Trooper Lindsey Rumenapp with Colonel Jones.

ALT Trooper Lindsey Rumenapp with Colonel Jones.

Trooper Maxwell Prince with Colonel Jones.

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Trooper Melanie Moreno and Trooper Brody Telfer, Texas Department of Public Safety, received the Team Award for outstanding collaboration and performance.
Colonel Jones with Trooper Melanie Moreno and Trooper Brody Telfer and their Team Award.

ALT Colonel Jones with Trooper Melanie Moreno and Trooper Brody Telfer and their Team Award.
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Congratulations to the winners of the 2nd Annual National Top Trooper Competition. Tpr. Rumenapp and Senior Patrolman Austin Sanchez earned the Overall Top Trooper Award. Tpr. First Class Pettitt and Tpr. Moreno tied for female runner-up. Tpr. Telfer won male runner up.
Trooper Lindsey Rumenapp with her Overall Winner Award.

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Senior Patrolman Austin Sanchez with his Overall Winner Award.

ALT Senior Patrolman Austin Sanchez with his Overall Winner Award.

Trooper First Class Julia Pettitt and Trooper Melanie Moreno with their overall runner-up award.

ALT Trooper First Class Julia Pettitt and Trooper Melanie Moreno with their overall runner-up award.

Trooper Brody Telfer with his overall runner-up award.

ALT Trooper Brody Telfer with his overall runner-up award.

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Did you know? A sample test can be found at the following link: bit.ly/3V0ikyf ✨ Do you want to protect your community? We are hiring! Text "joinOSHP" to 614-654-OSHP.
The image features a promotion for the Ohio State Highway Patrol's written exam, detailing subjects like crash diagrams, ethical dilemmas, spelling, vocabulary, map reading, math, and scenario-based questions. In the foreground, there is a patrol hat on a table. In the background, individuals are seated, taking a test. Text at the bottom mentions a sample test available at statepatrol.ohio.gov.

ALT The image features a promotion for the Ohio State Highway Patrol's written exam, detailing subjects like crash diagrams, ethical dilemmas, spelling, vocabulary, map reading, math, and scenario-based questions. In the foreground, there is a patrol hat on a table. In the background, individuals are seated, taking a test. Text at the bottom mentions a sample test available at statepatrol.ohio.gov.
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The final day of the National Top Trooper contest featured a team competition, which included a group run and obstacle course, and concluded with a course of fire. This event emphasized the ability to collaborate effectively with safety partners in the communities we protect.
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As the 2nd Annual National Top Trooper Competition comes to a close, we remain incredibly proud to be represented by Trooper Katie Keller and Trooper Samuel Hammon. Thank you both for your dedication and excellence.
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The firearms portion of the competition kicked off today at the Corrections Training Academy in Orient. Competitors rotated through a series of ranges, completing a structured course of fire to demonstrate proficiency with their duty weapon.
Trooper Keller lines up her rifle for a shot.

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Firearms participants conversing and smiling.

ALT Firearms participants conversing and smiling.

A group of participants with a firearms instructor.

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Trooper Hammon stands and observes the course of fire with other participants.

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It’s See Tracks? Think Train Week! In Ohio in 2025, there were 73 train crossing collisions, resulting in 5 deaths and 23 injuries. Let's keep our communities safe by remembering these essential tips: Stay alert and stay off the tracks! #StopTrackTragedies
A black car waits to cross at a railroad crossing as a train speeds past. Text reads, "See Tracks? Think Train Week - #STOPTrackTragedies - In Ohio in 2025, there were 73 highway-rail grade crossing collisions, 5 deaths and 23 injuries - the 9th highest ranking in the country!"

ALT A black car waits to cross at a railroad crossing as a train speeds past. Text reads, "See Tracks? Think Train Week - #STOPTrackTragedies - In Ohio in 2025, there were 73 highway-rail grade crossing collisions, 5 deaths and 23 injuries - the 9th highest ranking in the country!"

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Here’s another look at the PT assessment from yesterday and today. Excellence in law enforcement requires both mental resilience and physical strength, and these troopers demonstrated both. We appreciate their dedication and wish them success as the competition progresses.
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Troopers from 30 states began their morning at the French Field House at The Ohio State University, tackling the physical fitness portion of the National Top Trooper Competition.
A male competitor does push-ups off of dumbbells.

ALT A male competitor does push-ups off of dumbbells.

A male competitor presses dumbbells overhead while a coach watches.

ALT A male competitor presses dumbbells overhead while a coach watches.

Three female competitors jog on a track.

ALT Three female competitors jog on a track.

A female competitor lifts a sandbag on her shoulders.

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Today, competitors tackled emergency vehicle operations, testing their skills in vehicle dynamics, cornering fundamentals and braking and weight management at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. This was another key step in each competitor’s pursuit of the Top Trooper title.
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As the Patrol is proud to host the 2nd Annual National Top Trooper Competition, we are equally as proud to be represented by Trooper Katie Keller and Trooper Samuel Hammon. Good luck to you both!
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