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Buckling up takes only a second, but it could save your life. Between 2021 and 2026, crashes involving unbelted occupant...
10/07/2026

Buckling up takes only a second, but it could save your life. Between 2021 and 2026, crashes involving unbelted occupants resulted in 2,741 deaths and 11,671 injuries. Young people remain among the most at risk. Make the smart choice - click it every time.

Celebrate by giving our young walkers, bikers and rollers the space and safety they deserve! Stay alert, slow down and...
10/06/2026

Celebrate by giving our young walkers, bikers and rollers the space and safety they deserve! Stay alert, slow down and help keep our community moving safely together. 🚶‍♂️🚴

Let’s keep Ohio’s roads safe for everyone! With 2,657 pedestrian-related crashes in 2025, it’s more important than ever ...
10/05/2026

Let’s keep Ohio’s roads safe for everyone! With 2,657 pedestrian-related crashes in 2025, it’s more important than ever to stay alert, avoid distractions and watch out for each other, whether you’re driving or walking.

Please help us congratulate Captain Scott C. Rike, Bucyrus District, who retired today after 28 years of service to the ...
10/05/2026

Please help us congratulate Captain Scott C. Rike, Bucyrus District, who retired today after 28 years of service to the Ohio State Highway Patrol and the citizens of Ohio.

10/03/2026

Patrolman Ernest E. Cole was fatally struck on Interstate 75 in Butler County while trying to regulate the traffic flow around multiple crashes caused by heavy fog and poor visibility. He was stationed at the Dayton Post.

March 13, 1940 - October 3, 1964
Hometown: Hamilton
63rd Academy Class: January 10, 1964

Earlier today, four newly hired dispatchers were the first to receive certificates of completion in the inaugural Ohio S...
10/02/2026

Earlier today, four newly hired dispatchers were the first to receive certificates of completion in the inaugural Ohio State Highway Patrol Dispatcher Academy. They began the academy on September 22. The Dispatcher Academy consists of an introduction to the Patrol, an explanation of work rules, CPR certification and training on signals, codes, ranks and structures.

The inaugural Dispatcher Academy Class included:

• Miah Coil, Findlay Dispatch Center
• Heather Carpenter, Lisbon Dispatch Center
• Janell Reyes, West Jefferson Dispatch Center
• Olivia Rowley, Statehouse Dispatch Center

Did you know? New troopers must meet a list of basic requirements related to age, residency and a few other factors. Mor...
10/02/2026

Did you know? New troopers must meet a list of basic requirements related to age, residency and a few other factors. More details are available online if you're considering a career with OSHP.

Do you want to protect your community? We are hiring! Text "joinOSHP" to 614-654-OSHP. Prefer we reach out to you? You can also complete a short form and we’ll contact you directly: https://forms.interviewnow.io/candidates/forms/4c377a7437504f6b376b507061345034694f594e77773d3d0a

Please help us congratulate Statistician 1 Lisa R. Fulk, Office of Field Operations/Crash FARS, who retired today after ...
10/01/2026

Please help us congratulate Statistician 1 Lisa R. Fulk, Office of Field Operations/Crash FARS, who retired today after 30 years of service to the Ohio State Highway Patrol and the citizens of Ohio.

It is important to discuss emergency plans with your family to ensure everyone's safety during severe weather events. Pr...
09/29/2026

It is important to discuss emergency plans with your family to ensure everyone's safety during severe weather events. Proactively identifying potential hazards in your area and enrolling in severe weather alert systems will help your family stay informed and prepared.

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