It’s week 4 of Troop School for the Class of 2023-B! This week, the recruits are learning how to conduct Crash Investigations. Each year, ASP Troopers work over 15,000 vehicle crashes on the roadways of Arkansas. The recruits will learn how to manage a crash scene and conduct at-scene investigations, including identifying the different types of roadway evidence, interpreting evidence from the vehicles, and the five levels of crash investigation. They will also learn how to use the computer progr

The future of ASP is bright! At the conclusion of yesterday’s Troop School 2023-A graduation, ASP Director Col. Mike Hagar offered this challenge: “I ask you guys to go out and be an Arkansas State Trooper. Make us proud and make your families proud. Put the citizens of Arkansas first and go be worthy of the calling that you’ve received.” We wish much success for our 29 newest Troopers! | Arkansas State Police

Join the ASP! We are now hiring for the 2020-A Recruit Class. THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS AUGUST 23rd!!! The only thing stopping you - is you!! | Arkansas State Police

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