Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol urged motorists to remain alert and cautious in work zones after a trooper’s vehicle was sideswiped on Interstate 35 near Goldsby. Officials said Trooper Chandler Lipe was in a construction zone on Wednesday when crews had just begun placing…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol announced that several of its troopers were honored at the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) banquet for their work in combating impaired driving. Among those recognized were Captain Ronnie Hampton, Trooper Summer Smith, Trooper Levi Eaton, Lieutenant Lisa Jorgensen,…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol announced the retirements of Troopers Charles Criddle and Derek Lowder, both of whom concluded their careers serving with Troop ES, the division responsible for security for the Governor and his family. Trooper Criddle began his law enforcement career in…

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt announced that the Oklahoma Highway Patrol has completed its work in Tulsa under Operation SAFE, the state initiative aimed at restoring safety and cleanliness by clearing homeless encampments, trash, and debris from state-owned property. Over a 14-day period, troopers cleared…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol released details on the sentencing of Trevor McManus, who stole a Ram TRX from a Glenpool dealership on July 20, 2024. When Glenpool Police attempted to stop him, McManus fled at speeds reaching 120 mph, prompting officers to request…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol, working in partnership with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, is continuing Operation Safe, an initiative focused on addressing homeless encampments located on state property. Officials said many individuals have already relocated with the assistance of resources offered during the…

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt announced the upcoming departure of Chief Operating Officer Rick Rose, who also served as director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES). Rose’s last day with the agency will be Sept. 26, 2025. Before leading OMES, Rose served…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Department of Transportation and the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) launched a statewide safety campaign Thursday aimed at increasing seat belt use across the state. The campaign, titled “Never Skip the Click,”will begin on Labor Day and continue throughout September. Officials said…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol congratulated Trooper Brad Giulioli on earning his jiu-jitsu black belt, an achievement awarded under Chase Nunn at Prowess BJJ in Okmulgee, an affiliate of Omar French Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Trooper Giulioli serves in the Marine Enforcement Division and is also…

Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt commended the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) and the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics (OBN) for their ongoing work to combat illegal marijuana grows and related criminal activity across the state. “In 2022, I made it a top priority to crack…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol joined Clinton city leaders and state legislators for a ceremonial groundbreaking of the new Troop H headquarters. The current headquarters, built in 1967, is a 3,600-square-foot facility. The new building will span 7,000 square feet and feature an advanced…

Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol reported a tragic weekend across the state, with 16 people losing their lives—15 in vehicle collisions and one from drowning. Among the victims were five children who died in vehicle crashes. Troopers emphasized that many of these tragedies are…