Colonel Michael Turner

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[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

The 126th Recruit Class will graduate from the Patrol’s Law Enforcement Academy on Friday, October 16, 2026. The ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. at the Patrol Academy’s gymnasium. The graduation ceremony will be live streamed on the Patrol’s Facebook page.

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

The Missouri State Highway Patrol extends our condolences to the @wistatepatrol and the family and friends of Trooper Bradley Ritger. Our thoughts are with you during this extremely difficult time.

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

On behalf of myself and the entire Missouri State Highway Patrol, we offer our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Brian Liles. We also extend our support to the @CHP_HQ as you navigate this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you all.

[CHP Headquarters @CHP_HQ]

It is with profound sadness the CHP announces the line-of-duty death of Officer Brian Liles of the Visalia Area. The 16-year CHP veteran, died following an on-duty traffic crash on SR-99 near Tipton on Sep. 28, 2026. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

On behalf of myself and the entire Missouri State Highway Patrol, we offer our heartfelt condolences to Trooper Hayden Phillips' family, friends and the @kystatepolice. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

Congratulations to Lead Executive Administrative Support Professional Mary A. Redel who will September 1, after 17 years of dedicated service!

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[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

After 36 years of dedicated service, Captain Julie Kerr is retiring effective September 1, 2026. Congratulations!

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[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

Effective September 1, 2026: Lieutenant Eric F. Brown will be promoted to captain and designated the division director of the Public Information and Education Division.

>> News Release: https://t.co/U59Yq3iZFd

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

Effective September 1, 2026: Lieutenant Steven B. Johnson will be promoted to the rank of captain and will remain assigned to the Field Operations Bureau.

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[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

Effective September 1: Captain Brandon M. White will transfer to Troop F, Jefferson City, and will serve as the commanding officer.

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

Effective September 1, 2026, Captain Jason N. Crites will be promoted to the rank of major and will transfer to General Headquarters, where he will serve as the bureau commander of the Executive Services Bureau.

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[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

After 31 years of dedicated service, Major Paul D. Kerperin is retiring effective September 1, 2026. Congratulations!

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

Congratulations to Captain Joseph L. Armistead on his retirement as of August 1! Captain Armistead retires after 24 years of dedicated service.

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[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

Lieutenant Cody Frame has been promoted to captain and serves as the director of the Training Division. Congratulations!

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[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

Lieutenant Brian N. Anderson will be promoted to the rank of captain and will serve as the commander of Troop B, Macon, MO, effective August 1, 2026.

@MSHPTrooperB

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

Congratulations to Captain Darewin L. Clardy, director of the Driver and Vehicle Safety Division, on his retirement after 33 years of dedicated service!

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

Congratulations to Captain Erik A. Gottman, commanding officer of Troop B, Macon, on his retirement effective August 1, 2026. Thank you for 30 years of dedicated service!

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

We extend our condolences to the @PAStatePolice and the family and friends of Trooper Michael E. Pahira, Jr.
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

[PA State Police @PAStatePolice]

The Department is deeply saddened to announce the loss of a dedicated member of our ranks, Trooper Michael E. Pahira, Jr. He was assigned as a Motor Carrier Inspector at PSP Frackville and was killed in the line of duty on July 1. Read more at https://t.co/8mF2hqdssp.

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

Effective July 1, 2026:
Lieutenant Kevin J. Hunter will be promoted to the rank of captain and will serve as the commander of the Gaming Division.

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

On behalf of myself and the entire Missouri State Highway Patrol, we offer our heartfelt condolences to Trooper Sergio Romero's family and friends and the @TxDPS . Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

[Texas DPS @TxDPS]

It is with great sadness that DPS announces the death of Texas Highway Patrol Trooper Sergio Romero.

Trooper Romero was attempting to conduct a traffic stop along US-287 near Childress, around 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, when a truck-tractor semi-trailer pulled out in front of him, causing his patrol unit to collide with the vehicle. Trooper Romero died on scene.

Trooper Romero answered the call to serve each day with honor and remained steadfast in his commitment to protecting and serving Texans. The DPS family will never forget the ultimate sacrifice he made in service of this state.

Full release: https://t.co/1ztVCGBjos

[Colonel Michael Turner @MSHPColonel]

Effective June 1, 2026, Captain Andrew O. Tourney will transfer from the Gaming Division to Troop H where he will serve as the troop commander.