Capitol Police arrest a Buxton truck driver Wednesday after receiving reports of a tractor trailer unit operating erratically on Leighton Road in Augusta.
A Major Step ๐
With us since 2005, Tyler Stevenson has officially been named the Maine State Police's third Major, covering the Support Services division.
Major Stevenson was hired with the 54th Recruit Training Troop, being assigned to Troop B, and was selected as Detective in 2014. In 2016, he was promoted to Sergeant in Troop B, before transferring to Troop H in 2018. In 2021 he was promoted to Lieutenant of the MIAC, Weapons and Licensing Unit, and the Executive Protection Unit. In 2023, he transferred to Special Services, overseeing most of the MSP specialty teams.
We're not done! Major Stevenson was also a K9 handler from 2007-2012, selected as K9 Handler of the Year in 2009, was a Tactical Team member from 2010-2020, and commanded the team from 2017-2020. His awards include the Meritorious Service Award (2011), the Bravery Award (2020), and the Troop B Trooper of the Year (2014).
What a career! Congrats on the well-deserved promotion, Major! ๐ฅณ๐
As a part-time Capitol Police Security Agent for the State of Maine - you're a member of a team tasked with the safety and security of Maine's seat of government. You now have the opportunity to apply for a part-time position with us. https://t.co/2lX9pYG0On
Join Capitol Police on Tuesday May 14th at 10:00 for the annual Maine Law Enforcement Officers Memorial observance on State Street in Augusta. This is a solemn tribute to all of the brave officers who have given their lives in service to our state.
When youโre behind the wheel, you must focus on one task: safe driving. Anytime you shift your attention from driving, you're distracted. Put the Phone Away or Pay. ๐ต
Officers are out to protect you! ๐ฎ April 4-8, law enforcement will double-down on distracted-driving enforcement. Donโt forget: Put the Phone Away or Pay. ๐ต
April 4-8, law enforcement will be on the lookout for distracted drivers, and they will ticket law violators! Donโt forget: Put the Phone Away or Pay. ๐ต
Weโre joining forces across the nation! From April 4-8, law enforcement will commit to enforcing texting bans and reducing distracted-driving practices. Put the Phone Away or Pay. ๐ต
There was a bomb scare at the Maine Capitol this morning which was investigated and determined to be a hoax. The State House is back to normal operations.
Expect road closures today starting around 12 noon on State Street and Capitol Street in the immediate area of the Capitol for a permitted demonstration march.