Governor Tony Evers is congratulating 42 new Wisconsin State Troopers who recently completed six months of comprehensive training at the State Patrol Academy in Ft. McCoy and are now fulfilling their sworn duties to “serve and protect" the public.
“On behalf of Wisconsin residents and visitors, we salute all our highly-trained public servants who work throughout the year and around the clock to help keep the rest of us safe," Governor Evers said. “The ongoing public health emergency is a powerful reminder of the important and life-saving services provided by our emergency responders. These new state troopers, along with all those who serve in uniform, deserve our full gratitude and support."
During their 26 weeks of academic and physical training, members of the State Patrol's 65th Recruit Class learned about traffic and criminal laws, emergency vehicle operations, firearms proficiency, communications, crisis management and lifesaving skills.
“At the Wisconsin DOT, the safe, efficient movement of people and commerce is our primary mission," Wisconsin Department of Transportation Secretary-designee Craig Thompson said. “The men and women of the Wisconsin State Patrol are at the forefront of that mission and we're very thankful for their dedication and service."
“State Patrol officers also fulfill many specialized public safety roles such as crash reconstruction experts, airplane and drone pilots, dignitary protection and K-9 teams," Wisconsin State Patrol Superintendent Tony Burrell said. “Although we have many responsibilities, we have just one primary duty – serving and protecting the public."