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Cover details on page 3. From the Staff ... Major Kemp A. Shoun Executive Services Bureau

Change is a part of life whether we want to admit it or not. I have often found myself resisting change, or putting off difficult transitions until I absolutely have to deal with them. It is not that simple with work. We often receive assignments and must adapt to them as quickly as possible. The learning curve can be mentally exhausting. Transitions are more difficult when someone with prior experience leaves the agency. The history and experience they take with them can only be regained over time. In recent months, many have noticed changes in bureau commanders and the bureaus them- selves. In January, I transitioned to a newly created bureau called the Executive Services Bureau. The good part of this transition is that the bureau itself has no history, so there are no comparisons to the past. The bureau combines the work of the former chief of staff position with the Budget and Procurement Division and the Governor’s Security Division. As usual, the personnel make the job interesting and rewarding. The success of the Executive Services Bureau will be centered around the colonel’s strategy of sound departmental management through building partnerships. We must continue to build work- ing relationships with other state agencies, other law enforcement agencies, our elected officials, community groups, and those within our own agency. Only by working together can we advance the efforts and needs of the Patrol and law enforcement in general. During the legislative session, I have found that I did a significant amount of “hands-on” work that included personal contacts, legislative reviews, and testimony that could not be delegated to others. One thing I have noticed is this: MSHP employees had arrived at the Capitol long before me. Maybe not physically, but by reputation. When everyone does outstanding work, they build a part- nership with the public. That partnership is a key to our success.

2 Patrol News/July-August 2015 The Official Publication of the July/August 2015

OURI ST S AT IS E Missouri State Highway Patrol M

H L IG O H R PATR WAY PA T L NEWS “Over 80 YEARS OF SERVICE & PROTECTION”

Jeremiah W. (Jay) Nixon, Governor Volume 50 • Number 1 State of Missouri

Lane Roberts, Director Patrol Honor Guard Competes...... Pages 7-8 Department of Public Safety

Col. J. Bret Johnson, Superintendent 100th Recruit Class Graduates...... Pages 16-17 Missouri State Highway Patrol 39 Cadets Experience Academy...... Page 21

PATROL NEWS STAFF VSP Superintendent Visits DDCC...... Pages 26-27 Capt. John J. Hotz Managing Editor

Cheryl Cobb Editor

Erin Center Optimists Name Thoman Officer Of The Year Design-Layout Chad Buschjost By Sgt. Brent J. Bernhardt, Troop B Printing & Assembly Brenda Campbell On May 13, 2015, Photography Trooper Bruce E. Thoman accepted the Moberly Optimist’s Club “Officer TROOP REPORTERS of the Year” award during Troop A, Sgt. Collin Stosberg; Troop B, Sgt. the organization’s annual Brent Bernhardt; Troop C, Sgt. Al Nothum; Troop D, MVI III Skip McMillan; Troop E, Respect for Law Enforce- Sgt. Clark Parrott; Troop F, Cpl. Scott White; ment banquet. The event Troop G, Sgt. Jeff Kinder; Troop H, Sgt. Jake Angle; Troop I, Sgt. Cody Fulkerson. took place at Nelly’s Res- taurant in Moberly, MO. John Pehle, Department of Social Service’s State GHQ REPORTERS Technical Assistance Team, Aircraft, Sgt. Jeff Noack; Budget & Procure- ment, Capt. Lance MacLaughlin; Career Re- served as the guest speak- cruitment, Sgt. D. Brad Haggett; Commercial er, and Randolph County Vehicle Enforcement, Brenda Lock; Crime Laboratory, Abigail Lehman; Criminal Justice Sheriff Mark Nichols pre- Information Services, Ruth Koechner; Driver Examination, Cheryl Bardwell; Drug & Crime sented the award to Tpr. Control, Sgt. Shawn Griggs; Field Operations, Thoman. Sergeant Nick D. Lt. Brian Daniel; Gaming, Lt. Ed Aylward; Randolph County Sheriff Mark Nichols presents Governor’s Security, Cpl. Bret Brooks; Human Berry, Troop B, nominated Tpr. Resources, Sgt. Jerry Callahan; Information & the Moberly Optimist’s Club “Officer of the Year” Thoman for the award due to Communications Technology, Roger Martin; award to Tpr. Bruce Thoman. Fleet & Facilities, Larry Rains; Motor Vehicle his tireless work effort, and for Inspection, Brenda Davis; Research & Devel- opment, Lt. Dusty Hoffman; Patrol Records, being a person who is eager to to Troop B, Zone 10, Monroe and Ran- Deborah Willoughby; Training, Sgt. Brandon White; Water Patrol, Capt. Mark Richerson. assist others. Tpr. Thoman is assigned dolph counties.

The Patrol News is published by the Public Information & Education Division Cover of the Missouri State Highway Patrol Members of the color guard prepare to present the colors at the 100th Recruit Class in the interest of all active and retired graduation ceremony.(inset)Trooper Travis L. Harmon accepted the Superintendent’s personnel. (573) 526-6115 Award from Col. J. Bret Johnson.

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July-August 2015/Patrol News 3 H4H: Connecting Heroes & The Outdoors

By Sgt. D.J. Hedrick, Troop A

This past April, Corporal Neil R. (l to r)Patrol Atkinson, Troop F, Sergeant Chris M. Academy Gach, Troop A, and I volunteered to classmates Tpr. help the Hunting for Heroes organiza- Brian Logan and Cpl. Neil tion with raising money and awareness Atkinson stand while at the 2015 World Turkey Hunt- next to the Bucket ing Championship. Our goal was to List promotion make everyone aware of law enforce- vehicle. ment officers who have been injured in the line of duty. This was the third year for the championship, which is hosted by Wicked Outfitters located in La Cygne, KS. Hunting for Heroes was formed In the past five years, Hunting for Centerville, MO, providing the place in 2010, by Mr. Chris Allen and Mr. Heroes, a not-for-profit corporation, to have these hunts, Chris has been Chuck Bowles, who are active duty law has been able to touch many disabled able to expand and reach officers from enforcement officers and avid hunters. officers’ lives, as well as the lives of across the United States. In 2012, he Both Chris and Chuck were interested their families, with weekend-long fish- was able to partner with country music in the idea of creating a law enforce- ing trips, hunting camps, and other singer and songwriter Bobby Pinson. ment hunting show for television. outdoor activities. Hunting for Heroes Mr. Pinson has had over 150 songs When they realized there were no orga- allows the officers and families to recorded by country music superstars, nizations that focused on the needs of connect with others who have experi- seven number one singles, and won the law enforcement officers injured in the enced the similar life-altering events. BMI Songwriter of the year award in line of duty and their enjoyment of the Even though this started with a 2009. He recognized the importance of outdoors, they decided to form one. Mid-Missouri property owner from Hunting for Heroes and wanted to give back. Mr. Pinson has been instrumental in providing both support and fundrais- ing opportunities for the organization because of his contacts and fame. Wicked Outfitters, owned by Kenny Walker and family, graciously hosted the World Turkey Hunting Championship once again. The total prizes of $50,000 included a first place price of $25,000. Thirty-eight teams from around the United States sought to be named “World Turkey Champi- ons.” Volunteers for Hunting for He- roes helped set up banners, prepared gift bags for the contestants, and spend time as regulators for the competition. The company Flextone was the spon- sor for this year’s championship and provided the contestants with amazing gifts. Cpl. Atkinson was the regulator for “Team Bucket List,” which ended up placing second in the competition Officer Lee Hilty (St. Claire County Sheriff’s Department & H4H board member); Officer Brantley Cargill (Alabama), Dean Reagan (guide and and winning $15,000. affiliated with Flextone Inc.), and Phil Pritchett (H4H vice president) pose after their successful hunt. Continued on the next page. 4 Patrol News/July-August 2015 Hunting for Heroes trucks wait at the entrance to welcome heroes, guests, and participants.

reached out to me and made me feel a how the program has been life chang- — H4H part of something bigger,” said Brian. ing. The injured officers also expressed Continued from page 4. “I am truly grateful for the opportunity, the importance of keeping in touch with This year, Hunting for Heroes friendships, and support I have re- them, even though they no longer are chose three officers from around the ceived through the Hunting for Heroes working on the road. nation to participate in a turkey hunt organization.” There is a way to become involved while at Wicked Outfitters. The Mis- The other two officers, Brantly Car- and be a Cover Team member. This souri State Highway Patrol’s own gill (Alabama) and Mark Bradley (West is broken down into three types of Trooper Brian C. Logan, who was Virginia) also harvested birds during memberships: (Command Post – $50 a injured in the line of duty in 2000, and the contest. Officer Bradley stated, month; Entry Team – $20 a month; or medically retired in 2012 after multiple “This is better than any medicine I have Perimeter Team – $10 a month). The surgeries, was chosen to participate in taken, better than any doctor I have commitment to the Cover Team will his first ever Kansas turkey hunt. On seen. This is the healing process.” help honor the heroes with “all expens- April 15, 2015, Wicked Outfitter em- Phil Pritchett, Hunting for Heroes es” paid retreats for them and their fami- ployee Alex Stewart and Brian harvest- vice president, was excited to see that lies, and ensure the long-term success ed the second largest bird killed in the each “hero” was able to make a memo- of Hunting for Heroes and its mission. contest. Brian, who was also the guest ry that will last forever. Neil, Chris, and I have enjoyed our speaker at the 4th Annual Hero Cel- In Chris’ president’s message journey with Hunting for Heroes and ebration, was grinning from ear to ear. he said he reached out to dozens of will continue to give back to our heroes. Brian said he has been blessed both injured cops to seek their input. The If you would like more information on spiritually and mentally since becoming most common theme from each of Hunting for Heroes, to nominate an offi- involved in Hunting for Heroes. them was, “I miss being a cop.” Chris cer for a hunt, or donate to the organiza- “They saved me. I did not feel said the officers he talked to did not tion, please visit www.huntingforheroes. like coming out of the house, but they want more therapy or medication. All org. they wanted was to ex- perience the sense of brotherhood that was taken from them and to be accepted. August Hunting for He- roes continues to be an integral part and sup- August 1  Tpr. F.F. port group in the lives Guthrie Jr. of many officers and died in 2011. their families who feel August 12  Missouri State disconnected from their Fair begins. department, friends, co- workers, and life. There August 17  Cpl. J.A. have been several testi- Sampietro Jr. Tpr. Brian Logan poses with his monials I have person- died in 2005. harvested turkey. ally listened to through my experience August 24  Missouri State with Hunting for Heroes that expressed Fair detail ends. July-August 2015/Patrol News 5 Troop H Conducts Landing Zone Training By Sgt. Jake P. Angle, Troop H

In April and May, LifeNet Heli- copter personnel provided landing zone training to Troop H personnel. Throughout the state, air ambulances are dispatched frequently to transport critically injured traffic crash victims. A classroom presentation outlined the dos and don’ts when preparing a landing zone and also the criteria for requesting a response from an air am- bulance. LifeNet pilots landed one of their air ambulances in front of Troop H for each training session. Pilots and flight paramedics gave a tour through the helicopter and provided instruction LifeNet air ambulance personnel provided valuable training to Troop H members. on how to maneuver properly when ap- proaching a helicopter and how to shut personnel encouraged troopers not to “This training was very informa- down the helicopter in an emergency. hesitate to utilize their services if they tive and gave us valuable information Flight paramedics explained the heli- are needed. we can apply at future crash scenes,” copter’s capabilities and demonstrated stated Sgt. Jeff H. Thompson, Troop how patients are loaded. LifeNet H. Interdiction: ‘Like A Box Of Chocolates’ By Sgt. D.J. Hedrick, Troop A at the 46-mile marker. A search of the nications received information of the Usually, candy and chocolate are vehicle revealed 400 pounds of edible possible location of the infant, which given out at Halloween, Valentine’s marijuana chocolate bars inside boxes led to the traffic stop of the Greyhound Day, Easter, and on anniversaries. in the cargo area of the vehicle. bus near Concordia, MO. The infant During a four-day drug interdiction Trooper Adam J. Gray, Troop A, was unharmed, and the non-custodial operation conducted in Lafayette and stopped a vehicle on I-70 eastbound father was arrested without incident. Saline counties, it soon became evident at the 62-mile marker. A search of the It should be noted there were no to troopers assigned to the SEIZ (Sup- vehicle revealed approximately one traffic crashes investigated on Inter- port Enforcement Interstate Zone) pound of marijuana. state 70 in Saline or Lafayette counties units of Troop A, Troop D, Troop E, Corporal Matt E. Morice, Troop during the length of the operation. and Troop F, and local troopers, that F, stopped a vehicle on I-70 eastbound Of the above arrests, eight were someone back east was ordering choco- near the 86-mile marker, and a search seizures, resulting in the interdiction of late food products infused with THC ... of the vehicle revealed one pound of approximately 405 pounds of marijua- a lot of it. marijuana. na/THC infused products, and one and On one specific day, February 24, “That was a very good day,” said one half pounds of methamphetamine. 2015, the following seizures were made: Sgt. Primm. “Everyone involved in the Sgt. Primm felt that the reason for Sergeant Greg D. Primm, Troop A, operation provided back up and as- the success of the drug interdiction op- stopped a vehicle at the 33-mile marker sisted with the searches. It was a team eration was how well everyone worked of Interstate 70. A search of the vehicle effort and the results were incredible.” together. “The operation provided an revealed 1.5 pounds of marijuana and During the four-day operation, 20 opportunity to learn and share tech- 12 grams of hashish. felony arrests and 23 misdemeanor niques with each other.” When asked Corporal David W. Crank, Troop E, arrests were made by the troopers. about the 400 pounds of edible mari- stopped a vehicle on Interstate 70 east- Sergeant R. Brooks McGinnis and Ser- juana chocolate bars infused with THC, bound at the 43-mile marker and locat- geant Casey E. Utterback, both Troop Sgt. Primm said, as only he would, ed 524 grams of methamphetamine. A, were able to recover an infant taken “Interdiction is like a box of chocolates; Sergeant Steven B. Johnson, Troop during a parental kidnapping from the you just never know what you’re going F, stopped a vehicle on I-70 eastbound state of Washington. Troop A Commu- to get.” 6 Patrol News/July-August 2015 Patrol Competes In 2015 National Honor Guard Competition In Washington, D.C.

By Capt. George E. Ridens, Troop E

On May 14, 2015, seven members from the Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop E Honor Guard Team were selected as one of 19 teams throughout the United States to com- pete during National Police Week. The team included: Sergeant Doug M. McDaniel, Sergeant Chuck R. Colbert Jr., Sergeant Jason N. Crites (now a lieutenant, Troop F), Sergeant Ben C. Jones, Corporal Chris D. Hamlett, Trooper John J. West, and Trooper Conrad L. Purnell. I also attended to assist in documenting this event. In 2013, two Troop E Honor Guard members, Corporal David W. Crank and Cpl. Hamlett, returned from Wash- Here’s something you don’t see every day: A Missouri State Highway Patrol vehicle ington, D.C., after attending the Mo- in front of the White House in Washington, D.C. torola Awards. This event coincided with 2013 Police Week, and the two Guard Competition, which is held on of May 12, the seven members of corporals were able to observe the Na- the grounds of the of the United States the Troop E Honor Guard and I left tional Honor Guard competition. They Capitol. The competition consisted of from the Troop E Service Center in began talking about the Honor Guard three different phases and the judges Sikeston, MO, and headed to Washing- competition to other Troop E Honor were members of the Army’s “The Old ton, D.C. We arrived approximately 14 Guard members and thought what an Guard” and the Marine Corps “Silent hours later in Washington, D.C., and honor it would be if our organization Drill Team.” They learned there were checked into a motel in Alexandria, was to place a team in this competi- several full-time honor guard teams VA. tion. Since Troop E had an honor competing and competition was tough! The morning of May 13, we drove guard team, color guard team, rifle However, they gained valuable infor- to the Capitol, to observe the competi- squad, flag folding squad, bugler, and mation that would help them prepare tion area and visit a few of the sites a drummer, they thought, “We might for the 2015 competition. around Washington. After observing stand a chance.” Upon their return, Sgt. McDaniel the National Law Enforcement Memo- In May 2014, Sgt. McDaniel and took action to obtain permission for rial and Arlington National Cemetery Sgt. Colbert were allowed to go to the Troop E Honor Guard to attend (for the changing of the guard), we Washington, D.C., during Police Week the 2015 National Honor Guard Com- returned and prepared for the evening to attend the 2014 National Honor petition in Washington, D.C. Colonel events. The Troop E Honor Guard and Ronald K. Repolgle* I had the distinct honor of represent- granted permission ing the Missouri State Highway Patrol as long as revenue at the 27th Annual Candlelight Vigil restrictions did not held at the National Law Enforcement become an issue. Memorial. Speakers included Secre- In the early tary Jeh C. Johnson, Department of morning hours Homeland Security, and United States Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch. The Troop E Honor The morning of May 14, competi- Guard represented the tion day, Sgt. McDaniel, Tpr. Purnell, Patrol at the National and I went to the Capitol to watch Law Enforcement some of the competition. We saw the Memorial’s candlelight Tennessee Highway Patrol Honor vigil. Continued on the next page. July-August 2015/Patrol News 7 After a longer period of — Competition time, to put equipment away Continued from page 7. and get other equipment out, Guard, the United States Border Patrol the team moved to the third Pipe and Drum Band, the Chicago, IL, and final phase, the Exhibition Honor Guard, and the Peel Regional Phase. This phase required all Police, Canada, Honor Guard. After- the team members to perform ward we returned to the motel, did a in an eight-minute drill ceremo- walk-through of the routines, and had a ny. The ceremony was open to light lunch. That afternoon, we arrived the minds of the team leaders back on the Capitol grounds for the and had no mandatory move- competition. Following several minutes ments. Judges were watching of final preparations, the Troop E Hon- for the “wow factor,” “capturing or Guard moved to the first phase of the hearts and minds,” as well the competition: Team Inspection Drill. as precision and timing. During the Team Inspection Drill, About 30 minutes later, the team leader was required to present following the completion of all the team for judging at an inspection of the performances, an award line. The team leader was inspected for ceremony was held. Of the 19 Members of the Troop E Honor Guard perform neatness, cleanliness, and military bear- teams participating, the Tennes- a “Queen Ann” salute. This was executed at the ing. Another team member was chosen see Highway Patrol won third same time that Sgt. Chuck R. Colbert knelt at by a second judge and inspected for the place, the United States Capitol the Patrol’s fallen officer display. same details. The judges would com- Police won second, and the Unit- pare notes at the conclusion with the ed States Border Patrol won first. The This was the first time the Mis- key being an attention to detail. Troop E Honor Guard took 10th place. souri State Highway Patrol has sent a team to compete in the National Honor Guard Competition, and Troop E was honored to represent our organization and the great state of Missouri. The Troop E Honor Guard team and I would like to say, “Thank you,” to Sergeant Ray T. Rees, Troop Part of the G, for his technical advice and competition Photographer Benda J. Campbell, included Q/PIED, for her assistance in de- a detailed signing the portable “Patrol Wall.” inspection. *now retired.

After a short period of time to gather flag stands, flags, and a drum, the team moved to the second phase of the competition, Color Guard Phase, for the posting of colors. All team mem- bers were required to participate, but did not have to be involved in the actual posting of the colors. All teams were required to post a minimum of three colors. The judges were watching for precision and timing in this phase.

Troop E’s Sgt. Chuck R. Colbert pays his respects to the Patrol’s fallen troopers during the eight minute drill. Cpl. Chris D. Hamlett (background) has just finished playing “Taps” on the bugle. 8 Patrol News/July-August 2015 New Employees

Denise D. Cantrell Dawn C. Caton Shiloh L. Cochrane Eric A. Cook Brittany A. Dolweck Quality Control Clerk II Prob. Comm. Oper. Motor Vehicle Insp. II Prob. Comm. Tech. Accountant I Q/CVED Troop H Troop C Q/ICTD Q/DDCC

Gregory L. Franklin Johnny H. Hughes Allison R. Humphrey Michael D. Jackson Driver Examiner I Driver Examiner I Prob. Comm. Oper. Motor Vehicle Troop A Troop C Troop F Inspector I Troop A

Birth Announcements

Brody Ace Kinsey Mae Brynn Grace Mr. Caleb M. & DE III Leena C. Mr. Kenneth C. & CITS II Katie L. Riegel Tpr. Kyle & Mrs. Alex R. McGivney Harris Q/ICTD Troop B Troop D Reis Riley Jenna Lynn Levi McClure Tpr. Lee C. & Mrs. Kirsten D. Ewigman Tpr. Dustin N. & Mrs. Stephanie J. Tpr. Adam J. & Mrs. Kaitlin R. Gray Troop B Morey Troop A Q/DDCC Sofia Helen Mr. Brett R. & CITS II Lindsey J. Holtmeyer Q/ICTD

July-August 2015/Patrol News 9 The LE Torch Run is a project which partners law enforcement with LE Torch Run Inspires Officers Special Olympics. Starting in 1981, as a one-day run in Kansas, the torch By Sgt. D.J. Hedrick, Troop A eight miles in a misting rain, finishing run has now expanded to include 46 in one hour and 35 minutes. The torch countries and year-round fundraising On May 20, 2015, officers from the run group consisted of five generations programs such as Tip-a-Cop, Cop-on- Platte County Sheriff’s Department, of officers, with the youngest being 23 Top, Polar Bear Plunges, and Over-the- Platte City Police Department, and Mis- years old and the oldest 66 years young. EDGE. Officers throughout the state souri State Highway Patrol participated While running along the right shoulder carry the torch with pride to the an- in the 2015 Law Enforcement Torch of Missouri Highway 152, the officers nual state summer games each year. Run in Region 2. The group ran the heard honks of encouragement. Platte County Sergeant Greg Crader has been the driving force in keeping the Torch Run going and get- ting officers from the area agencies involved. Many officers, after their initial experience running in the LE Torch Run, continue to support the event. One example is Platte County Reserve Deputy Mark Adams. His daughter made note of his running and was inspired to start running, also. Mark’s daughter invited him to run Participants in the Platte County leg of the 2015 LE Torch Run included (l to r): Ret. Tpr. with her in a half marathon in Kansas Bruce Kerr, Sgt. D.J. Hedrick, Tpr. Belinda Huff, Platte County Reserve Deputy Mark Adams, City this year. This is one example of Platte City Police Officer Robert Newman, Tpr. Jack Thomas, and Platte City Police Officer how the LE Torch Run inspires offi- Levi Riley. (It should be noted that Platte County Deputy Rene Gomez and Trooper Steve cers, their families, and Special Olym- Gates provided traffic assistance and safety for the runners during the run.) pics athletes.

Spotlight

History Technician II — January 19, how long our loved ones will be with CJIS Tech. II 2014; CJIS Technician II — Febru- us. She enjoys raising her family ary 1, 2014. and seeing how they grow up into Elisha M. Carlock Current Assignment: CJIS Technician different individuals. Elisha fills in II, Criminal Justice Information from time to time on a bowling team Systems Division. Elisha’s duties when they are in need of a sub. She include CJIS record check process- and James enjoy having date nights ing and quality control. with adult time and conversations Family: Elisha has been married to her every once and awhile. best friend, James Carlock, for seven years. He works as a first pressman Prior to the Patrol, she was enlisted for Direct Impact in Columbia, MO. in the United States Air Force, serving The Carlock’s have three children, six years in the Security Forces Career Brenten 18, Kalyn 4, and Megan 2. field. She was stationed at Barksdale Air Her son, Brenten, is graduating high Force Base in Shreveport, LA, and also school this year, and her daughter completed a four-month overseas tour at Kalyn will be going into kindergar- Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. ten. Her motto is, “One comes out She got to experience the different types of school and another goes into of cultures that military personnel work Appointed: July 24, 2005. school.” with while they are deployed. After the Promotions/Reclassifications: Finger- Interests: Elisha enjoys spending time military, she came back home to be with print Technician II —­ July 23, 2006; with her family and friends. She her family. Fingerprint Technician III — July spends a lot of time with her mom, She is very family oriented and is 27, 2008; Criminal History Techni- Diana Klug, who is a retired Patrol very involved with them. She still keeps cian I — January 22, 2012; Criminal employee. Family time to her is very valuable, since we never know Continued on the next page. 10 Patrol News/July-August 2015 Spotlight

Current Assignment: Special Assis- have a 2 1/2-year-old daughter, — Carlock tant, Information and Communica- Eleanor. Continued from page 10. tions Technology Division, General Interests: Bob lists his interests as Headquarters. Jesus, being active in his church in contact with her military family as Family: Becky is married to Darrell (The Crossing in Columbia, MO), well. She and her family are going on vacation this summer so she can show Taube, senior procurement and spending time with my family, her family what she did before she be- inventory manager assigned to the Magic: The Gathering (a collectible came a Patrol employee. Budget and Procurement Division, card game), Batman movies, and Elisha states that she enjoys her and they have three daughters: Ta- videogames (when he has time). job, because you never know what type batha, Candice, and Kaitlin, and six of customer you are going to help at the grandchildren: Payton, Jaelynn, “I have a degree in forensic chem- window. There are numerous phone Colten, Liam, Kalon, and Kinsley. istry, so working in a crime laboratory calls, too. She helps people by making Becky and Darrell live in Lohman, is kind of like my ‘dream job’ so to sure that their criminal history is ac- MO. speak,” said Bob. “I am intrigued by curate, because individuals rely on it Interests: In her spare time, Becky drug analysis and the science involved being correct for when they apply for enjoys gardening, mushroom hunt- in our examinations. I would not want jobs. She is a real go-getter and strives to ensure the customer receives accu- ing, fishing, do-it-yourself crafts, to work in any other section in the rate information and that she projects needlepoint, and spending qual- Crime Laboratory Division.” a positive image of the Missouri State ity time with family. Becky is a Highway Patrol. member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Russellville, MO. Quality Control Special Asst. Clerk II Connie Criminalist III J. M. Iman Becky S. Taube Bob Burgio

Appointed: September 16, 2008. Appointed: June 1, 1988. First Assignment/Current Assign- Appointed: September 26, 2004. First Assignment: Stenographer I, ment: Quality Control Clerk II, First Assignment: Criminalist I, Drug Aircraft Division, General Head- Patrol Records Division, General Chemistry Section, Crime Laborato- quarters. Headquarters. ry Division, General Headquarters. Promotions/Reclassifications: Ste- Family: Connie is the mother of three Promotions: Criminalist II — Septem- no II — August 1, 1990 (Aircraft children, Marinda (18), Morgan ber 24, 2006; Criminalist III — Sep- Division); Steno III — August 1, (16), and Matthew (11). tember 21, 2008. 1992 (Aircraft Division); Secretary Interests: Connie is active attending Current Assignment: Criminalist III, — August 1, 1994 (Public Informa- the various sports, 4-H functions, Drug Chemistry Section, Crime tion & Education Division); Clerk and shows of her three children. Laboratory Division, General Head- IV — June 1, 2003 (Construction When she’s not running with her quarters. and Maintenance Division); Spe- children, she enjoys spending time Family: Bob and his wife, Meredith, cial Assistant — June 29, 2003 outdoors on their farm. (Information and Communications have been married six years. They Continued on the next page. Technology Division). July-August 2015/Patrol News 11 — Iman Continued from page 11. Traffic Fatalities Connie is a native of Smithton, MO, where she graduated from high Year To Number Of school. Connie joined the Patrol in Same Period Date Increase 2013 2014 2008 in the Arrest Records Section of Last Year Traffic Traffic Aug. 31, Or the Patrol Records Division. She cur- Year To Date Fatalities Fatalities rently processes commercial motor 2015 Decrease vehicle crash reports investigated by the Missouri State Highway Patrol, 536 479 +67 757 766 along with other various duties. Con- nie enjoys the challenges of her job, working with the officers, and her Patrol family. Promotions

Scott A. Shipers Roger D. Whittler Clark N. Stratton Jim A. Beckett Brian D. Foster Captain Captain Lieutenant Sergeant Sergeant Troop A Q/CRD Troop A Troop D Troop G

Mark D. Green Tom L. Hall Mark L. Freeman Doug C. Kissinger Rob A. Sanders Sergeant Sergeant Corporal Corporal Corporal Troop D Troop D Troop G Troop A Troop F

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Brody R. Sanson Charles P. Verdone John D. Hamilton James M. Parks Jeremy L. MacDonnell Corporal Corporal Chief Operator Chief Operator Asst. Chief Oper. Troop A Troop C Troop D Troop F Troop D

Cynthia A. Bishop Peggy L. Brookshire Adam L. Buschjost Branden S. Coker Allen W. Cook Tech. III Admin. Ofc. Support DE II CITS I CVE Insp. Sprv. I Q/CJISD Asst. Troop F Q/ICTD Troop C Troop I

Jeffrey J. Ellis Marilyn J. Gilmore Jacob N. Hendrix Billy E. Heskett Carol L. Hunter MVI II Admin. Ofc. Support CITS I Auto. Tech. II Bldg. & Grnds. Maint. II Troop H Asst. Q/ICTD Q/FFD Troop E Troop H

July-August 2015/Patrol News 13 Promotions

Lori M. Libbert Lorenzo Marquez Derek C. Olcott Chris A. Renna Jessica L. Rice CITS I CVE Insp. Sprv. I DE II CITS I Bldg. & Grnds. Maint. II Q/ICTD Troop C Troop A Q/ICTD Troop D

Amanda N. Rowden James F. Stone Donna F. Stovall John W. Twehous DE II CVO Sprv. II Buyer II Bldg. & Grnds. Maint. II Troop F Troop A Q/BPD Troop F

Student Visits Troop D

By MVI III Charles G. McMillan, Troop D

Audrey McMasters, a second year Missouri State University student, spent a day at Troop D recently. Here, Motor Vehicle Inspector III Charles G. McMillan, Troop D, is providing Audrey with a review of the VIN/ salvage program. Audrey is majoring in criminal justice and hopes to find employment in law enforcement upon graduation. Audrey and her mother, Bev, spent the day at Troop D and were able to visit several of the divi- sions within the troop. Of course, they saved the best for last—MVI.

14 Patrol News/July-August 2015 Gaming At-A-Glance Troopers Nab Criminals At Casinos

By Lt. Ed Aylward, Q/GD

Every day, troopers are serving and protecting the citizens and visitors of this state through keeping watch over patrons and employees at 13 ca- sinos. Every day, these same troopers provide excellent police work as they enforce Missouri gaming regulations. Take a look at a few excellent examples of the work being performed in the Gaming Division.

ƒƒCongratulations to Sergeant Matt R. Schmidt and Corporal Sam V. Buchheit, Lumiere Place Casino, for their assistance in identifying a carjacking suspect. (Noted in the June 23, 2015, edition of the St. Louis Intelligence Bulletin.)

ƒƒOn June 23, 2015, Sergeant Phil Lady Luck Casino in Caruthersville Mo, is pictured. Hoffman of River City Casino, arrested a man for possession of vealed the second man had four for robbing a bank and attempt- approximately 120 grams of mari- warrants for his arrest. ing to rob the IOC-KC during a juana with intent to distribute, crime spree in 2013. Sergeant possession of drug parapherna- ƒƒTrooper Louis B. Lairmore, Isle Brian W. Vernon made the arrest lia, and possession of a controlled of Capri-KC, arrested a subject while he was the unit supervisor substance (Promethazine). Sgt. for possession of a controlled at IOC-KC. Hoffman also seized $9,650 and substance — intent to distribute a Colt .380-caliber pistol. The and multiple arrest warrants. Tpr. ƒƒTrooper Dennis W. McCormick, suspect was contacted after he Lairmore was conducting a drug Lady Luck – Caruthersville, exchanged $2,000 in $20 bills distribution investigation that oc- completed an investigation in- for $100 bills then immediately curred in the IOC-KC north park- volving cheating. Three dealers attempted to exchange $3,000 ing lot. During the investigation, deliberately exposed or “flashed” in $20 bills for $100 bills. A com- Tpr. Lairmore became aware the cards to specific patrons who puter check revealed the man suspect had three active warrants would then utilize the advanced had four outstanding warrants. for his arrest. Surveillance noti- knowledge of the outcome to Sgt. Hoffman learned that the fied Tpr. Lairmore the suspect enhance their odds of winning man’s brother was in the parking was on the gaming floor. The sus- at a gambling game, which lot sitting in his car. When Sgt. pect gave consent to search his resulted in the significant loss Hoffman approached the vehicle, vehicle, and Tpr. Lairmore locat- of casino assets. The dealers’ a man exited. At that time, Sgt. ed two black boxes in its trunk. licenses were revoked and crimi- Hoffman smelled a strong odor The boxes contained 41 grams nal charges are pending. This of marijuana coming from inside of crystal methamphetamine, investigation was truly a team the vehicle. A search of the ve- two hydrocodone pills, hundreds effort by the Lady Luck enforce- hicle revealed a bag with approxi- of small clear plastic baggies, ment team. mately 120 grams of marijuana, a glass smoking pipe, a digital rolling papers, and an additional scale, $600, and a notebook con- $2,000. A loaded Colt .380-caliber taining client information. pistol was located near the bag of ƒƒA Kansas City man was sen- marijuana. A computer check re- tenced to 16 years, seven months July-August 2015/Patrol News 15 100th Recruit Class Graduates

‘YouBy Public Info. Spec. Are III Cheryl D. Cobb, The Q/PIED Bill Of Rights’

Every recruit class graduation is Their movements were precise, mea- noteworthy. Every recruit class gradu- sured, and synchronized, showing ation marks an impressive achieve- the respect due the symbols of our ment for those new troopers. Every state and nation. A quartet (Sergeant recruit class graduation is a time of Andy A. Henry, Troop F, Corporal celebration. And yet, the 100th Recruit John H. Lueckenhoff, Troop D, Class graduation on June 26, 2015, Trooper Steve J. Force, Troop D, seemed to be a little more ... historic. and Pastor Terry Beasley, Cameron, Maybe it was the number 100. MO) then paid tribute to our nation Maybe it was that a number of retirees with the “Star Spangled Banner.” attended, including five retired colo- Governor Jay Nixon was pres- nels. There is definitely something his- ent to address the class. “The past toric about having six Missouri State six months have challenged your Highway Patrol colonels in the same character, intellect, and persever- room. ance. My congratulations to each With a terse command from Ser- of you for passing each of the tests Col. J. Bret Johnson, superintendent of geant Mark A. Wilson, Q/TND, the presented ... Our fellow Missourians the Patrol, addressed those present. class entered the Helias High School and I want to thank you for choosing Rackers Field House. Their pride was one of the noblest professions there ing to protect the six million people of evident in their posture and cadence. is: That of a Missouri State Highway our great state.” The celebration had begun. Patrol trooper. Thank you for choos- Retired Colonel Ron Replogle Reverend Kevin Rowden, Wheeler provided the keynote address to the Church of Christ, provided both the new troopers. He stressed the invocation and later, the benediction. importance of servant leadership The day’s color guard included Ser- and understanding who they serve. geant Erik L. Hurst, Troop A, Sergeant “You’ve been hired by the best, Ron D. Kyle, Troop F, Corporal Coby you’ve been trained by the best, G. Holzschuh, Troop F, and Corporal and you’re in the best profession. I Russ W. Shaul, Troop A. The members encourage you to go out and give from Troop A wore the 1931 uniforms; the citizens of this state your best.” from Troop F, the uniforms of today. “You are the Bill of Rights,” said Department of Public Safety Director Lane Roberts. “You mat- ter. Unlike any other uniform, the Trooper Christina A. police officer uniform stands for Sumner accepts her individual rights and freedom. You give diploma from Col. J. Bret meaning to all that makes this land Johnson. free. Congratulations. You have suc- cessfully completed what is arguably the most rigorous academy in the na- A quartet sang the tion. The Missouri State Highway Pa- national anthem at the trol’s history is one of honor, courage, graduation. and nobility. You are its future. I trust it is in capable hands.” Continued on the next page. 16 Patrol News/July-August 2015 — Graduates Listed are the names, hometowns, and first assignments of the 100th Recruit Class: Continued from page 16. Benjamin A. Owens Warrensburg, MO Troop A Lafayette County Robert O. Green Long Lane, MO Troop A Cass County The Honorable Mary Rhodes Rus- Joshua D. Conrad Palmyra, MO Troop A Johnson County sell, Missouri Supreme Court, adminis- Levi B. Michener Gallatin, MO Troop B Monroe/Randolph tered the Oath of Office to the 32 new Counties troopers. Dean Gil Kennon, vice presi- Donald P. Borgmeyer Lancaster, MO Troop B Putnam/Sullivan dent of college affairs for Mineral Area Counties College, conferred associate degrees to Eric D. Diaz New York, NY Troop C St. Louis County 10 members of the class. Joseph A. Kuczka Dittmer, MO Troop C St. Louis/Jefferson The new troopers were then com- Counties missioned, each one walking proudly Aaron T. Borgic Taylorville, IL Troop C Lincoln/Pike across the stage to shake hands with Counties Colonel J. Bret Johnson, retired Colo- Donald L. Bilyeu St. Peters, MO Troop C St. Charles County nel Replogle, and Director Roberts. Matthew J. Lamoureux Arnold, MO Troop C Warren County Afterward, the audience gave the class Derek L. Walker Cape Girardeau, MO Troop C St. Louis/Jefferson a standing ovation with cheers and Counties whistles. Todd C. Baker Cassville, MO Troop D Cedar/St. Clair Col. Johnson then addressed the Counties class, congratulating them and ask- Ryan L. Hutton Springfield, MO Troop D Dade/Lawrence ing them to keep near the challenge Counties coin he presented to each of them a Travis L. Harmon Buffalo, MO Troop D Cedar/St. Clair few weeks prior. He quoted Matthew Counties 5:9, then told he class, “As the newest Christina A. Sumner Marshfield, MO Troop D Webster County peacekeepers, I say you are the start David W. Welker Cape Girardeau, MO Troop E Scott/Missis- of the next 84 years.” Col. Johnson sippi/New Madrid shared a saying he heard from retired Counties Colonel Fred Mills years ago, “Watch Marcus L. Schlief Doniphan, MO Troop E Butler/Ripley your thoughts; they become words. Counties Watch your words; they become ac- Emily M. Westmoreland Perryville, MO Troop E Butler/Ripley tions. Watch your actions; they become Counties habits. Watch your habits; they become Alexander H. Jackson Hannibal, MO Troop F Camden County your character. Watch your character; Joshua M. Kenyon West Plains, MO Troop G N. Howell/ it becomes your destiny*. Congratula- Shannon Counties tions. May God bless you in your new Blake C. Rowden Meta, MO Troop G N. Howell/ career and keep you safe in all you do.” Shannon Counties Four of the new troopers accepted Christian J. Mendez Chino, CA Troop G Douglas/Ozark awards based on their performance Counties during Academy training: Trooper Dillon F. Wales Webb City, MO Troop G Douglas/Ozark Levi B. Michener (Physical Training Counties Award), Trooper Christopher S. Giaco- Michael A. White Washington, MO Troop G N. Howell/ lone (Firearms Award), Trooper Alex- Shannon Counties ander H. Jackson (Academic Award), Keaton L. Ebersold King City, MO Troop H Atchison/Holt and Trooper Travis L. Harmon (Super- Counties intendent’s Award). Coltin H. McGowan Holts Summit, MO Troop H Buchanan/Andrew Trooper Ryan L. Hutton served Counties as class commander of the 100th Re- Michael J. Miller King City, MO Troop H Harrison/Gentry cruit Class. On behalf of the class, he Counties thanked the Patrol’s command staff. He Kyle R. Henke Taos, MO Troop H Buchanan/Andrew then expressed his appreciation to his Counties classmates for allowing him to serve Bradley R. Muck Macon, MO Troop H Clinton/Caldwell them as their commander. Counties Congratulations, 100th Recruit Kara R. Dinwiddie Eldon, MO Troop H Buchanan/Andrew Class! Counties Christopher S. Giacolone St. James, MO Troop I Phelps/Maries *Editor’s note: The origin of this saying is Counties unknown. Chase A. Pulley St. Peters, MO Troop I Dent County

July-August 2015/Patrol News 17 Command College Provides Opportunity

By Public Info. Spec. III Cheryl D. Cobb, Q/PIED

Captain D. Tony Flannigan, the program,” Q/HRD, is seen with his classmates said Capt. from the 5th Command College. Flannigan. Twenty-two officers graduated on May “The Com- 29, 2015, in a ceremony held at the mand College Missouri Capitol rotunda. The Mis- provided me souri Police Chiefs’ Charitable Foun- with an op- dation coordinates the college, which portunity to is held at Missouri Police Chiefs’ see how other Association building in Jefferson City, agencies oper- MO. Police officers from around the ate. The class state attend the college one week a became a month over seven months. The pro- group of close gram offers a dual credit opportunity friends. I think with Lincoln University in Jefferson this course City. Participants have the option to benefits both Pictured is the 5th Command College. then take five additional courses at the employee Lincoln University after graduating and the Patrol. It takes the employee representatives ranged from detective from the Command College in order out of their comfort zone, they work to chief. I believe that any time an em- to earn a master’s degree in criminal with other agencies, and they have ployee can further their education and justice. the opportunity to further their educa- apply it to their job, it benefits the Pa- “Major Kemp A. Shoun [Q/ESB] tion and develop relationships to learn trol. I would recommend this program, attended the 4th Command College, from others. The agencies represent- especially to those who want to earn and suggested that I take advantage of ed were diverse in size, and the agency their master’s degree.” Anniversaries

August Criminalist Sprv. Beth A. Walker, 15 years 30 years Q/CLD Tpr. Travis L. Brown, Troop G Tpr. Jason C. Daly, Troop H MVI Sprv. Van E Ludwig, Troop C September Tpr. Parrish M. Lutz, Q/GD Traffic Safety Analyst III Michelle M. 30 years CVE Insp. Sprv. I Jeff A. Meyer, Green, Q/PRD MVI III Jeff E. Barron, Troop C Troop A 20 years Sgt. Gary D. Davidson, Q/GD CVO Sprv. II Terri J. Noland, MVI III Dwight L. Christian, Troop F Capt. Dave E. Earney, Q/CVED Troop H Cpl. Jeremie L. Keathley, Troop I Sgt. Steve L. Grass, Troop G Cpl. Brad D. Odle, Troop G 15 years Sgt. Kevin G. Haywood Sr., Q/AD CVO Sprv. I Ken L. Shewey Jr., DE Sprv. Dana J. Mueller, Troop B Lt. Col. Sandy K. Karsten, Q/ASO Troop H Clerk IV Ronda K. Shoush, Troop B Lt. George F. Knowles, Q/DDCC Tpr. Mark L. Starmer, Troop H 10 years Capt. Kyle D. Marquart, Q/CIB Criminalist III Jason W. Crafton, Clerk Typist III Carole L. Hobbs, Sgt. Doug B. McPike, Troop F Q/CLD Troop C Lt. Sean B. Moore, Troop E DE Sprv. Tonia L. Daly, Troop H DE III Pam J. Cox, Troop A Sgt. Donnie L. Schmitz II, Q/DDCC 10 years Quality Control Clerk II Terry L. Major Kemp A. Shoun, Q/ESB Tech. III Michele J. Klebba, Kampeter, Q/PRD Sgt. Wade E. Stuart, Q/DDCC Q/CJISD 5 years 25 years CITS I Branden S. Coker, Q/ICTD Lab. Evid. Tech. II Wilma E. Aleshire, Tech. Support Mgr. Mark A. Huhn, Asst. Chief Oper. Eric W. Presser, Q/CLD Q/ICTD Troop G Info. Security Officer Patrick J. Criminalist Sprv. Will A. Randle, Tech II Angela K. Schepers, Woods, Q/CJISD Q/CLD Q/CJISD Tpr. Rachel A. Lawrence, Troop C

18 Patrol News/July-August 2015 DPS Recognizes Tpr. Haslag’s Criminal Investigation Skills

By Public Info. Spec. III Cheryl D. Cobb, Q/PIED the suspect and accomplice would have continued their criminal activity. “There is very little in the world During the course of the investiga- “In a very short period of time, Tpr. more offensive to police officers than a tion, Tpr. Haslag identified a second Haslag established himself as a criminal dirty cop,” said DPS Director Lane Rob- suspect who arranged and participated investigator; as one of the go-to guys. erts. “It’s the worst thing I can think in several sexual assaults. Tpr. Haslag He is a premiere investigator,” said Ma- of. The irony is how difficult it is to worked tirelessly on the investigation in jor Luke Vislay, Q/CIB. investigate. You don’t want to believe it, conjunction with the Gasconade County Director Roberts presented a cer- and you run into some of our own that prosecuting attorney, and eventually tificate to Tpr. Haslag and showed those don’t want to help. But, to spend two the Missouri Attorney General’s Of- present the traveling plaque to which years doing it requires someone who is fice. He conducted search warrants, his name has been added. The plaque persistent and dedicated. I haven’t got- followed leads, and identified victims. would hang at General Headquarters ten the opportunity to get to know you During the investigation, approximately for a month. [Trooper Darrin R. Haslag, Q/DDCC] 85 potential victims were identified. On “These types of investigations,” well, but clearly you are someone I January 27, 2015, both suspects were said Director Roberts, “when you have would like to associate with.” Director arrested and charged with multiple felo- cops out there tarnishing law enforce- Roberts’ comments occurred during nies each. Some of the charges include ment’s reputation, there is no more im- the May 2015 DPS Employee of the first degree rape, public servant acced- portant investigation. They need to go Month award ceremony. ing to corruption, and use of a child in a to jail. God bless you for what you do.” Tpr. Haslag was recognized for his sexual performance. “My staff and the entire Patrol work investigating a former Gasconade Trooper Haslag continued to uni- congratulate you,” said Colonel J. Bret County deputy sheriff at the request laterally pursue the truth in this inves- Johnson, superintendent of the Patrol. of the Gasconade County sheriff. Dur- tigation, even when confronted with He presented Tpr. Haslag with a Patrol ing the course of the nearly two year witnesses who distrusted law enforce- challenge coin saying, “You support our investigation, Tpr. Haslag gained the ment due to the nature of the crime. core values each and every day. We are confidence of numerous victims who He gained the victim’s trust, who then honoring Darrin for this one instance, were sexually assaulted from June 2010 came forward to identify the suspects but he carries all of his duties this way. through August 2012. During this time and what occurred to them. This was You make us all look good and we ap- period, evidence was obtained suggest- no small task. There is no doubt with- preciate it.” ing the suspect used his power as a out Tpr. Haslag’s determination during Eric T. Olson, director of Q/DDCC, law enforcement officer to conduct the this investigation, many of the victims said, “I’ve been in the division for 15 sexual assaults. would not have been identified and both days. I’ve overheard a lot of conversa- tions in the office and heard about the good things DDCC has been doing. Your name has been a part of that. Con- gratulations, and I look forward to more of this.” Tpr. Haslag expressed his appre- ciation for the award and to those who attended the ceremony. He then told those gathered, “I don’t think what I did or how I approached this was any different than how any of my unit mates would have approached it. I appreci- ate and am honored that I received this award. It should go out to my unit mates, because I got a lot of help.” In a later interview, Tpr. Haslag said he hadn’t known the accused of- ficer before starting the investigation. “I Colonel J. Bret Johnson, DPS Director Lane Roberts, Tpr. Darrin Haslag, and Mrs. Angie Haslag are pictured. Continued on the next page. July-August 2015/Patrol News 19 — Haslag Continued from page 17. did meet a lot of good officers in Gas- conade County throughout the investi- gation. Props to the sheriff for coming forward with the request. It wasn’t easy for him. A victim came forward and he knew they couldn’t investigate it. He 45 years ago did the right thing.” July 1970 – Tpr. William R. Brandt, who lost his life in the line of During the two years, Tpr. Haslag duty on June 12, 1970, was on the cover. Also inside was a photo also worked on other investigations, layout about the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division. explaining that criminal investigators 35 years ago juggle four to six cases at once. He said August 1980 – This issue featured Troopers Larry White and Larry he had several other cases and assisted McGowan (on motorcycles), Trooper Oliver Dixon beside a patrol other investigators during that two- car, and Sergeant A.J. Stricker by a Patrol aircraft on the cover. year timeframe. “Anytime I had time, The related story was about a new enforcement program known as I’d work on the Gasconade County Operation STEP (Statewide Traffic Enforcement Program) initiated case.” by Colonel Al Lubker. “After talking to the first victim— 25 years ago she was completely believable—it was July 1990 – Colonel C.E Fisher announced the agency would real. I started talking to more victims. coordinate the statewide D.A.R.E. program in his Superintendent’s Everyone had a story. Some included Message. The 62nd Recruit Class graduated. After 11 years in criminal behavior and some was very existence, the GHQ Annex building was identified with cast bronze inappropriate behavior,” said Tpr. letters and a Patrol emblem. Each of the 12-inch letters weighed 12 Haslag. pounds. “The case is growing,” he said. 15 years ago “We executed a search warrant in Au- August 2000 – Highlights in this issue included: the National Law gust 2014. The search warrant yielded Enforcement Memorial Service in Washington, D.C. Women evidence that corroborated the victims’ Legislators of Missouri honored Trooper Michele Wahlers, Trooper statements. The suspect was arrested Deborah S. Miller, Trooper Anna K. Sanders, and Trooper Dawn on his 51st birthday and now awaits Eisterhold. The 16th Annual MOSTA Bass Tournament Raised trial.” $10,000. He said during a long investiga- 5 years ago tion it can be stressful and sometimes July/August 2010 – The Ozarks Honor Flight was featured. The frustrating, but that he found personal Rural Crimes Investigation Unit (created in 2009) reported that satisfaction in working the case in since its inception, it had solved 224 out of 506 cases. This resulted order to, “right the wrong to all of in 94 arrests and recovery of property valued at $1,578,138.20. those girls.” He doesn’t take the stress Photos from the Patrol’s 29th Annual Golf Tournament graced the home though, his home life is so busy cover. The American Legion Patrol Cadet Academy marked its he doesn’t, “have a lot of time to get 40th anniversary. Troopers helped remove a bear wandering in the stressed about work.” median of Interstate 44 in Jasper County.

“The children understand what he does. It’s not stressful for us, we just know he’s working hard and trying to figure things out,” said Tpr. Haslag’s wife, Angie. “ “I believe that Darrin’s true calling Duty, Honor, Country in life is that of a criminal investigator,” said Sergeant Jason P. Clark, Q/DDCC. Duty. Honor. Country. Those three hallowed words reverently “I am truly blessed to supervise some- dictate what you ought to be, what you can be, what you will one like him. Someone who honestly be. puts the victim’s rights and perspective “ above his own needs and concerns. Rarely does an officer come along who — General Douglas MacArthur (1880-1964), can make an otherwise horrible situa- tion tolerable. Congratulations, Darrin, on a well-deserved award.”

20 Patrol News/July-August 2015 39 Cadets Experience Life In The Academy

By Public Info. Spec.III Cheryl D. Cobb, Q/PIED responsibility. “One way to fill this role is through education, both in the class- A group of young people lived the respect for the rights for others. Make room and in life. Pay attention to and Academy life May 31 through June 5, wise choices as you continue your be involved in the world around you. 2015, as part of the 46th Missouri Cadet education. Make your cadet experi- The Cadet Patrol Academy has pro- Patrol Academy. The week was filled ence count. Thank you for spending vided you with a springboard for this with experiences mirroring what a Pa- your week with us and the American life education,” said Director Druski. trol recruit experiences, culminating Legion.” “The American Legion and Missouri with a graduation ceremony. State Highway Patrol join together and Once all of the cadets and coun- American Legion Commander celebrate who you are and who you selors were standing by their seats, Dennis Woeltje recognized all legion- are going to become. Go live life to its Sergeant C. Joey Day, Q/TND, asked naires who helped with the program fullest.” if they were ready for graduation. “Sir, and Sgt. Joey Day, Q/TND. He said The cadets elected Evan Aylward, yes, Sir,” was their response. Class it was a “pleasure to look out at these son of Lieutenant Ed Aylward, as their Chaplain Olivia Imhoff provided the in- cadets and see the potential they rep- class commander for the week. He vocation and benediction for the gradu- resent.” spoke on behalf of the class, saying ation exercises. they got to experience Lieutenant Colo- the “cool things troop- nel Sandy K. Karsten, ers do.” He said they Q/ASO, addressed were exposed to ca- the cadets and their reers within the Patrol families. She ap- that most of the cadets plauded the cadets didn’t know existed. for wanting to spend a week with military “All 39 of the veterans and law en- cadets sitting before forcement officers. Lt. you are ready and will- Col. Karsten herself ing to go forward to is a cadet program each challenge of the graduate. She told the day. Thank you to the group that although American Legion and some parts of the MSHP for making this program are different, possible.” the important part--a unique experience, The cadets each instructors who take accepted a certificate great pride in training at the ceremony. Pictured is the 46th Cadet Patrol Academy, which took place May 31 through Congratulations to troopers and an Acad- June 5, 2015. emy kitchen staff that, Cadet Sarah Abbit and “puts on a great feed”-- remain constant. Director Jill Druski, from the Cadet Tanner Wallace, who accepted American Division at American Legion firearms awards; and Cadet Lauren “My cadet experience certainly af- Headquarters in Indianapolis, IN, at- Houston and Cadet Manzell Payne, fected my decision to join the MSHP,” tended the ceremony. “The Missouri who accepted physical fitness awards. said Lt. Col. Karsten. “The cadet Academy is among the very best Class Commander Aylward was rec- program gave me a glimpse into the citizenship and leadership training ognized for the leadership position he Patrol I didn’t have prior to the Cadet opportunities. Congratulations on held. The American Legion presents Patrol Academy. Make the relationships your selection and graduation from two $500 scholarships to those inter- you’ve forged here with employees of this premiere program. We hope you ested in a military or law enforcement the Patrol count toward your future. We have found a deep appreciation and career. This year’s recipients were hope you have observed the Patrol val- respect for what most citizens take for Cadet Racheal Case and Cadet Morgan ues in action this week.” granted.” Parsons. She told the cadets that being an Congratulations, 46th Cadet Patrol “I encourage you to use your expe- American citizen comes with great Academy! rience for improving our society: Show

July-August 2015/Patrol News 21 ‘Looking Beyond The Stop’

The following officers are to be commended for looking beyond the initial traffic/boating stop. Each of these officers made at least one arrest during the period of April 17 to June 17. (Editor’s note: This column excludes DWI/BWI arrests, warrant arrests, and “plain sight” situations. Keep in mind that there must be information in the “miscellaneous” section of the radio report to be considered for this column. Rank and assignment reflect those at printing.)

Troop A Tpr. T.R. Stults, 1 arrest Tpr. L.E. Rawson, 3 arrests Tpr. D.C. Belardo, 3 arrests Tpr. C.W. Walton, 1 arrest Tpr. J.R. Rorie Jr., 2 arrests Tpr. R.J. Chapman, 1 arrest Sgt. S.R. Rowe, 1 arrest Cpl. A.S. Craig, 1 arrest Troop C Cpl. K.R. Sanders, 1 arrest Tpr. J.J. Crump, 1 arrest Tpr. K.E. Alcorn, 3 arrests Tpr. A. Sandoval Jr., 1 arrest Tpr. L.R. Dancy, 4 arrests Tpr. J.A. Ashby, 4 arrests Tpr. C.A. Stallcup, 6 arrests Tpr. B.R. DeHaan, 5 arrests Tpr. O.R. Baker, 1 arrest Cpl. K.D. Walters, 1 arrest Tpr. Q.L. Dinovi, 2 arrests Sgt. S.M. Bielawski, 1 arrest Tpr. A.B. Ward, 1 arrest Tpr. B.R. Dodson, 5 arrests Sgt. T.S. Croft, 1 arrest Tpr. W.J. Wood, 2 arrests Sgt. M.P. Fennewald, 1 arrest Cpl. A.D. Gadberry, 1 arrest Tpr. T.I. Goolsby, 5 arrests Cpl. C.D. Gullett, 1 arrest Troop E Tpr. B. Hamerle, 1 arrest Tpr. J.L. Hutchings, 1 arrest Tpr. M.R. Ashby, 1 arrest Tpr. J.M. Harrison, 1 arrest Cpl. T.R. Jenkins, 1 arrest Tpr. J.K. Brooks, 2 arrests Sgt. E.L. Hurst, 1 arrest Tpr. K.W. Kaiser, 1 arrest Tpr. C.A. Cook, 1 arrest Tpr. G.J. Jenner, 1 arrest Tpr. J.E. Lacy, 1 arrest Cpl. D.W. Crank, 3 arrests Cpl. D.A. Jones, 2 arrests Tpr. P.C. Long, 3 arrests Tpr. D.L. DeJournett, 1 arrest Tpr. J.T. Langsdale, 7 arrests Tpr. L.S. Lowe, 1 arrest Tpr. M.B. Foster, 3 arrests Cpl. D.D. Mathes, 1 arrest Tpr. D.A. Mason, 4 arrests Tpr. K.L. Huggins, 4 arrests Sgt. R.B. McGinnis, 5 arrests Tpr. M.H. Mistler, 1 arrest Tpr. M.B. Lomedico, 1 arrest Tpr. C.D. Moeller, 1 arrest Cpl. B.A. Moore, 1 arrest Tpr. A.N. Miller, 2 arrests Tpr. B.W. Montgomery, 1 arrest Tpr. R.J. North, 4 arrests Tpr. C.L. Purnell, 2 arrests Tpr. B.R. Peters, 4 arrests Sgt. J.D. Oughton, 1 arrest Tpr. E.M. Reynolds, 3 arrests Sgt. G.D. Primm, 3 arrests Sgt. M.A. Petlansky, 1 arrest Tpr. R.T. Schneid, 1 arrest Cpl. J.K. Riley, 1 arrest Tpr. S.T. Roettger, 2 arrests Cpl. M.G. Slaughter, 4 arrests Tpr. B.M. Ryun, 3 arrests Tpr. K.D. Scruggs, 2 arrests Sgt. J.S. Stewart, 4 arrests Tpr. C.T. Schwarz, 1 arrest Sgt. W.B. Sevier, 3 arrests Tpr. S.K. Talburt, 1 arrest Tpr. J.T. Thomas, 1 arrest Cpl. B.M. Seymore, 2 arrests Tpr. J.T. Wilson, 3 arrests Cpl. R.J. Wilhoit, 1 arrest Tpr. A.J. Shibley, 1 arrest Tpr. B.D. Wunderlich, 2 arrests Cpl. R.A. Wood, 1 arrest Tpr. A.D. Smith, 2 arrests Tpr. G.B. Wright, 2 arrests Tpr. J.R. Summers, 2 arrests Troop F Tpr. M.G. Yendes, 1 arrest Cpl. A.L. Woods, 3 arrests Tpr. M.P. Acord, 2 arrests Tpr. M.J. Yoder, 2 arrests Cpl. B.W. Adamson, 1 arrest Troop D Cpl. M.G. Broniec, 1 arrest Troop B Tpr. D.B. Blankenship, 2 arrests Tpr. Z.A. Czerniewski, 3 arrest Cpl. T.J. Adams, 1 arrest Tpr. Z.K. Bryan, 2 arrests Tpr. M.A. Dickens, 3 arrests Sgt. R.H. Bartels, 2 arrests Sgt. J.D. Fugett, 1 arrest Tpr. T.C. Fick, 1 arrest Tpr. M.L. Bradley, 1 arrest Sgt. M.D. Green, 3 arrests Tpr. D.L. Fouch, 9 arrests Cpl. E.F. Brown, 3 arrests Cpl. T.A. Hadlock, 1 arrest Tpr. C.C. Frame, 1 arrest Cpl. J.D. Davidson, 1 arrest Tpr. B.A. Hall, 1 arrest Cpl. M.T. Halford, 4 arrests Cpl. K.E. Easley, 4 arrests Cpl. B.D. Helms, 1 arrest Cpl. D.P. Hutzler, 2 arrests Tpr. L.C. Ewigman, 1 arrest Tpr. D.W. Henley, 1 arrest Sgt. S.B. Johnson, 6 arrests Tpr. G.L. Gaines, 6 arrests Tpr. D.L. Johnson, 6 arrests Tpr. M.G. Kettenbach, 1 arrest Tpr. J.P. Johnson, 5 arrests Tpr. R.L. Kelley, 3 arrests Tpr. A.E. Klempke, 2 arrests Tpr. T.K. Hendershott, 1 arrest Tpr. K.L. Knight, 2 arrests Cpl. B.A. McLaughlin, 2 arrests Tpr. C.R. Kottwitz, 1 arrest Tpr. J.B. May, 1 arrest Sgt. M.E. Morice, 1 arrest Tpr. C.D. Primm, 1 arrest Tpr. T.W. Meyer, 5 arrests Tpr. E.B. Mueller, 1 arrest Tpr. M.H. Riley, 1 arrest Sgt. S.R. Monk, 5 arrests Tpr. A.M Richerson, 1 arrest Tpr. T.B. Ritter, 1 arrest Cpl. C.T. Moreland, 1 arrest Tpr. M.L. Rice, 6 arrests

Continued on the next page. 22 Patrol News/July-August 2015 Tpr. N.A. Smith, 6 arrests Tpr. P.V.J. Volkmer, 1 arrest — Stop Tpr. R.L. Stark, 2 arrests Tpr. T.G. Zimmerman, 3 arrests Continued from page 22. Tpr. R.A. Tyler, 2 arrests Tpr. C.W. Tierney, 2 arrests GHQ Sgt. S.D. Rudloff, 1 arrest Tpr. J.M. Van Meter, 1 arrest (DDCC) Tpr. J.R. Johnston, 3 arrests Tpr. D.T. Shikles, 1 arrest Tpr. D.K. Sullivan, 1 arrest Tpr. J.W. Turner, 1 arrest Tpr. S.J. Washabaugh, 1 arrest Cpl. G.L. West Jr., 2 arrests Tpr. C.B. Wilt, 1 arrest Trooper Captures Troop G Tpr. T.L. Brown, 1 arrest Tpr. S.J. Crewse, 1 arrest Murder Suspect Tpr. J.S. Cunningham, 1 arrest Sgt. C.A. Hogue, 1 arrest By Sgt. Gary S. Horton, Troop D Tpr. D.A. Huffman, 1 arrest Cpl. A.D. Johnson, 1 arrest Shortly before noon on Tuesday, June 9, 2015, Trooper Travis L. Cof- Tpr. A.R. Johnson, 1 arrest fey, Troop D, received a call from Troop D advising him that the Barry Tpr. D.J. Johnson, 4 arrests County Sheriff’s Department had requested assistance from DDCC refer- Tpr. C.A. Kimes, 1 arrest ence a possible homicide in Eagle Rock, MO. A neighbor had called the Tpr. B.M. Loring, 11 arrests sheriff’s department to report that a man came to his house saying, “Mr. Sgt. S.L. Nelson, 1 arrest Ed is dead and laying on the bed.” Radio provided Tpr. Coffey with the Tpr. J.W. Philpott, 2 arrests suspect’s description, that he was possibly armed with an unknown type of Tpr. M.A. Philpott, 2 arrests weapon, and that the suspect left in a white Chrysler 200 with an American Sgt. D.B. Pounds, 1 arrest flag on the back window. There was no license plate information. Tpr. J.R. Roberts, 1 arrest Tpr. G.T. Ulm, 3 arrests Tpr. Coffey responded to the area. Upon arriving, Troop D Radio Tpr. E.M. VanWinkle, 3 arrests advised Tpr. Coffey that Barry County deputies were on scene and had Tpr. R.D. Vaughan, 2 arrests confirmed a deceased body at the residence. Barry County deputies also established a roadblock at Missouri Routes RA and J. Additional informa- Troop H tion from dispatch provided the suspect’s name and indicated he had a war- Sgt. L.M. Allen, 1 arrest rant from Greene County for domestic violence and a warrant from Poplar Tpr. K.J. Cool, 2 arrests Bluff for vagrancy. Lt. D.J. Hedrick, 1 arrest Cpl. B.R. Hilliard, 2 arrests Tpr. Coffey began to search for the vehicle on proximate county roads. Tpr. J.D. Maudlin, 2 arrests Troop D then advised the suspect had crashed the vehicle on Barry Coun- Tpr. M.D. Obert, 1 arrest ty Road 2250 and a man matching the suspect’s description had been seen Cpl. J.E. Peabody, 2 arrests in a nearby wooded area. Without delay, Tpr. Coffey responded to that Sgt. M.P. Quilty, 1 arrest location. Tpr. Q.R. McConkey, 1 arrest Tpr. A.J. Webb, 1 arrest After locating the abandoned and wrecked Chrysler vehicle, Tpr. Cof- Sgt. M.A. Wilhoit, 1 arrest fey, several Barry County deputies, and I began searching the area. Tpr. Coffey quickly spotted the suspect next to the roadway in the brush, exited Troop I his patrol vehicle with his assigned rifle, and ordered the suspect from the Tpr. G.A. Ayres, 1 arrest concealment. The suspect did as he was told and Tpr. Coffey placed him in Tpr. C.R. Capps, 1 arrest handcuffs. Tpr. R.W. Clement, 3 arrests Cpl. L.D. DeClue, 2 arrests Tpr. Coffey was instrumental in the successful capture of this murder Tpr. J.L. Dunmire, 7 arrests suspect. His situational awareness was exceptional. The suspect was ap- Tpr. J.D. Fariole, 1 arrest prehended within one hour and 35 minutes of Tpr. Coffey being requested Cpl. M.A. Goodson, 2 arrests to assist another agency. Cpl. J.R. McCurdy, 1 arrest Tpr. K.D. Rapier, 3 arrests The suspect was charged in Barry County Court with murder, armed Tpr. R.A. Rizo, 1 arrest criminal action, attempted arson, and DWI. He was held on a $1 million Tpr. G.S. Sloan, 6 arrests bond.

July-August 2015/Patrol News 23 Retirement

troopers were stationed in Gulfport, forget how you made them feel.” Eric Lt. Eric A. MS, and drove to Biloxi, MS, every said he hopes he has had a positive day to their assignment. During this influence on everyone he has come Tilford Sr. detail, Missouri troopers assisted the into contact with throughout his law Mississippi Highway Patrol, Gulfport enforcement career, and that he left Police Department, and Biloxi Police them with a good feeling. Department in the performance of Everyone at Troop H and through- their duties. out the law enforcement community Eric advised even though he had wish Eric and Jackie, who also recently been involved in numerous close retired, many wonderful years of a fun- calls throughout his law enforcement filled and healthy retirement. career, the most nervous he has ever been was in June 2008 when North- west Missouri had a tornado outbreak. Cook Sprv. While responding to a report of pos- sible tornado damage in Rock Port, Michael V. MO, Eric came in contact with two On July 1, 2015, Lieutenant Eric tornadoes. Fortunately, he was lucky Ferguson A. Tilford Sr., Troop H, retired from enough to elude both of them. Eric the Missouri State Highway Patrol. recalled how the tornadoes picked up Eric spent over 31 1/2 dedicated years three tractor trailers and tossed them serving the public. Eric was appointed like they were toy vehicles. By the to the Patrol on January 1, 1984, as a grace of God, only one truck driver member of the 56th Recruit Class. received minor injuries as a result of Eric, who is originally from Kan- these tornadoes. Eric stated Mother sas City, MO, graduated from South- Nature was definitely in charge that east High School in Kansas City, and day. attended college at the University of Eric married Jacqueline (Jackie) Missouri-Rolla, now known as Mis- King in July 1994. They have three souri University of Science and Tech- children: Eric Jr., Zac, and Laurie. nology. Eric applied for the Missouri They also have six grandchildren: Av- ery, Dexter, Tybee, Lincoln, Oakland, State Highway Patrol in January 1983. The Law Enforcement Train- and Skyelar. Eric Jr. is a police officer He recalled being told later that more ing Academy of the Missouri State with the Lenexa, KS, Police Depart- than 5,000 applicants applied for the Highway Patrol announces the retire- ment. Eric stated that he and Jackie 56th Recruit Class, which commis- ment of Cook Supervisor Michael plan to spend a lot of quality time with sioned 21 new troopers in May 1984. V. Ferguson on December 1, 2014. their grandchildren now that he’s Upon graduating from the Acad- Michael began his career with the retired. Eric stated he is also going to emy, Eric’s first assignment was Zone Patrol on January 5, 1976, as a Food stay busy by traveling, spending more 7, Plattsburg, MO, serving Clinton, Service Helper I. Over the years, he time in the fitness center, and continu- DeKalb, and Daviess counties. Eric was promoted several times. He was ing with the piano lessons that he be- was promoted to corporal in 1991, ser- designated as a Food Services Helper gan taking this past November. geant in 1994, and lieutenant in 2006. II in 1977. In 1981, his title changed Eric stated he will miss the many Eric was assigned to the Gaming Divi- to Cook I, and promotions to Cook II good friends and associates he has sion from 2001 to 2006. It was while and Cook III followed. On November come to know over the past 31 1/2 Eric was assigned to the Gaming Divi- 1, 1991, he was promoted to cook years he has been in law enforcement. sion that he volunteered in 2005 for supervisor. He left the agency for a He also wanted to share a quote from the Hurricane Katrina detail. few years, then returned in 2010. He American Poet Maya Angelou which Eric stated that to this day, this retired December 1, 2014, from the states, “I’ve learned that people will was the most rewarding and humbling position of cook supervisor. forget what you said, people will forget detail to which he has ever been as- what you did, but people will never signed. Eric stated he and 49 other Continued on the next page.

24 Patrol News/July-August 2015 — Ferguson Continued from page 24. There are very few members on Congratulations On Your Retirement! the Patrol who were not treated by the cooking abilities of Michael. We have all shared many great meals in which Michael played a large role in the preparation and service. The many banquets for which he cooked have Pam J. Leach been remarkable. Training Division Driver Examiner III personnel extend their deepest appre- ciation for the many hours he worked. Troop C We will miss seeing him daily, and we will miss those excellent meals. Retired July 1, 2015. Congratulations, Michael, we wish 26 years of dedicated service. you a wonderful retirement.

Mark A. Wilson

Sergeant

Triumph Q/TND The only thing Retired July 1, 2015. “ 19 years of dedicated service. necessary for the “triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. B. Tim Deshler — Edmund Burke Lieutenant (1729-1797) Troop A

Retired July 1, 2015. 32 years of dedicated service.

How Others See Us

(via email to the Missouri Department hicle on the northbound side. As I got stories. The truth is that most officers of Public Safety) closer, I noticed the trooper was on his are simply honest, family men doing a knees at the passenger side front tire, hard job, and trying to help people. I “I am a truck driver from Iowa. I and he was either loosening or tighten- wish I could have gotten a plate num- make routine trips to Kansas City. To- ing the lug nuts on the tire. An older ber, so I could be more specific in rec- day, while traveling south on Interstate woman was standing watch over him. ognizing this trooper. Simple acts like 35 as I approached the 63-mile marker, With all the negative cr** out this make me have the utmost respect I noticed a trooper’s car with his emer- there about law enforcement these for officers.” gency lights on, behind a stopped ve- days, I think it’s vital to share positive Mr. Andrew J. Lavrenz Leon, IA July-August 2015/Patrol News 25 VSP Superintendent Visits DDCC

By Sgt. Shawn M. Griggs, Q/DDCC

Superintendent Craig Gillard, of the Victoria [Australia] State Police visited the Division of Drug and Crime Control on June 23, 2015. Supt. Gil- lard was on a three week-trip to the United States courtesy of the Winston Churchill Memorial Trust. The trust provides travel expenses for educa- tional journeys, known as Churchill Fellowships. These fellowships offer Australians the opportunity to travel to the far edges of the globe to conduct research and bring back knowledge, experience, ideas, and innovation for (l to r) Tpr. Darrin Haslag, Sgt. Troy Linneman, Victoria State Police Superintendent Craig the betterment of their industry. Gillard, Sgt. Darrin Lilleman, and Captain Eric T. Olson shared their knowledge of rural crime. Supt. Gillard’s trip included seven stops in the United States for the pur- I had joined the visit and, along That’s good. Really good.” pose of studying emerging and innova- with the three members of the RCIU, The DDCC Officers learned from tive crime prevention practices related began speaking about each trooper on the superintendent that in 1980, 1,034 to rural crime. One of the seven stops the wall and the circumstances sur- people died as a result of motor vehicle was to visit the Missouri State Highway rounding their sacrifice. Some of the crashes in the state of Victoria. Supt. Patrol’s Rural Crimes Investigative Unit RCIU investigators pointed out if the Gillard said after the results of 1980, within the Division of Drug and Crime trooper had been a classmate of theirs. his government decided they’d had Control. Together, the four members of DDCC enough, and their police department He chose to meet with the RCIU went through the entire wall for Supt. became “very focused on roadway because, “I liked what you had accom- Gillard. safety.” According to the superinten- plished and the success you had in The superintendent stated his dent, his department’s focus and strict such a short amount of time. I want to department probably didn’t have as punishments for exceeding the speed use your unit as a platform, when cre- many “in the line of duty” deaths as limit, no seat belt, distracted driving, ating a unit of my agricultural liaison the Missouri State Highway Patrol, but and some other factors have made a officers.” He added that the state of his agency had not been in existence huge impact on their fatality totals. Vic- Missouri was similar in size and very as long, either. Beyond their years of toria experienced 223 traffic fatalities similar in population to his state. service, the four members of DDCC in 2014. During his visit, Supt. Gillard met credited the first week of recruit train- with Sergeants Troy D. Linneman, Dar- ing for the majority of their knowledge Strict Punishments For Traffic rin K. Lilleman, and Trooper Darrin R. about the fallen troopers. Supt. Gillard Violations In Victoria Haslag, all members of the RCIU, at the stated he was shocked by how many Division of Drug and Crime Control’s of the troopers had been killed in or • No seat belt – $320 fine, three demerit offices. Similar to those in each of the involved in motor vehicle crashes. points. troop headquarters, DDCC’s offices The subject of fatal motor vehicle • Distracted driving – $275 fine, two include a “Wall of Honor,” permanently crashes led into further conversation demerit points. paying tribute to our troopers who about traffic enforcement and roadway • Exceeded Posted Speed Limit – (10 have paid the ultimate sacrifice for this safety. mph over) $275 fine, one demerit agency while serving the citizens of Supt. Gillard learned from the in- point. (20+ mph over)$370 fine, three Missouri. Upon entering the training vestigators Missouri had seen a reduc- demerit points, vehicle impounded room and seeing the Wall of Honor, tion in fatal motor vehicle crashes over for 30 days, violator pays for towing Supt. Gillard asked what the men on the last decade. The troopers informed and storage of vehicle. (Storage costs the wall had done for their picture to be the superintendent the state experi- approximately $500.) displayed. After it was explained, the enced 1,257 fatalities, in 2005, which superintendent respectfully asked if he had decreased to 766 fatalities in 2014, (Victoria operates on a 12-point demerit could inquire as to how the officers had a 40 percent reduction. Supt. Gillard system similar to Missouri’s 12-point lost their lives. stated, “Your totals are down, then. system.) Another fact the RCIU troopers 26 Patrol News/July-August 2015 on trends and enforcement. Surpris- RCIU. — VSP ingly, both Supt. Gillard and the RCIU Supt. Gillard spent the next two Continued from page 26. cited “farmers reporting crimes” as days with RCIU further researching found very interesting was the amount the main problem facing the preven- how the unit conducts business. The of vacation the Victoria State Police tion and enforcement of rural crime. superintendent also toured General officers earn each year. Supt. Gillard Farmers and rural residents report Headquarters, MIAC, MOSTA, and informed the troopers each of his incidents or crimes late or not at all. the Colonel Alvin R. Lubker Safety & officers earn nine weeks of vacation The RCIU shared and explained Education Center. Before he departed, yearly. The superintendent added the how their 1-800 number, email ad- Supt. Gillard was asked what he officers are required to take the full dress, and website are used to collect thought of Missouri. nine weeks of vacation each year. tips and communicate with the public. The rest of Supt. Gillard’s visit to Sgt. Lilleman stated, “It works better “You have beautiful country DDCC was spent discussing the topics when we communicate with the public around here, and wonderful people in of crime, rural crime, and prevention. and they understand what we need.” Missouri,” he stated. “My wife and I Both the RCIU and the superintendent The superintendent was given exam- both noticed you have a lot of distract- gave presentations on rural crime in ples of the note pads RCIU distributes ed drivers, though.” their states, and shared information to the public and copies of posters used to advertise how to contact the

Troop H: New Weigh Scales Open

By Sgt. Jake P. Angle, Troop H

Troop H replaced two of its unable to be used for six weeks commercial motor vehicle scale plat- in order for the concrete to com- forms—Post H4 South on Interstate pletely cure and be ready for 29 in Atchison County, MO, and Post their heavy workout. H2 South on Interstate 35 in Harrison In addition to these two new County, Missouri. These scales are scale platforms, Troop H is on charged with weighing commercial the short list to receive new scale motor vehicles entering Missouri on platforms at Post H4 North on both Interstate 29 and Interstate 35 Interstate 29 and Post H2 North within Troop H. The new scale platforms are a state-of-the-art, three platform scale that will have a digital readout made Workers pour concrete at available outside the scale the approach of the Post H2 house. This will allow com- weigh station. mercial motor vehicle drivers to see their axle weights and A portion of the gross weight while still sitting new scale platform on the scale platform inside is lowered into their vehicles. place. The Post H2 scales had their grand opening in No- motor vehicles traveling within vember 1989, and the Post H4 the state are doing so in the saf- scales’ grand opening was in est manner possible. In 2013, September 1990. Both sets of Post H2 South weighed 77,345 scales have outlived their life commercial motor vehicles; expectancy. The new scales Post H4 South weighed 105,447 are a welcome addition to commercial on Interstate 35. The replacement of commercial motor vehicles. With this motor vehicle operations within Troop these platforms will increase greatly amount of truck traffic these new scale H. Upon construction and placement the Commercial Motor Vehicle Divi- platforms are going to get a workout. of the new scale platforms they were sion’s ability to ensure commercial

July-August 2015/Patrol News 27 Deaths

parents, stepfather, and one sister, Robert W. Lawrence P. Frances Proze. Mr. Forrest was a United States Air Duncan Forrest Corps veteran. He served his country during World War II, earning three bronze stars. Mr. Forrest was inducted into the service in December 1942, at Fort Riley, KS, and was discharged on October 15, 1945, at Scott Field, in St. Louis, MO. After his time in the ser- vice, he went to work on the systems bridge crew for the Sante Fe Railroad. He later worked as a trooper for the Missouri State Highway Patrol for 32 years, retiring as a corporal in August 1982. Larry loved to hunt and fish, and enjoyed traveling, but the greatest gift Robert Wendell Duncan, 89, Lawrence Paul Forrest, 92, of he gave to his family was his love for walked through Heaven’s gates on Hannibal, MO, died on Wednesday, life and his desire for the outdoors. He May 2, 2015. He was born in Spring- May 13, 2015, at his home. was a member of Holy Family Catholic field, MO, on March 4, 1926. A memorial service with full Church. He was preceded in death by his military rites by Emmette J. Shields Memorial contributions may be loving wife of 67 years, Lillian A. Dun- American Legion Post # 55 occurred made to Holy Family Catholic School can; his parents, Howard S. Duncan Sr. on Monday, June 8, 2015, at the James in care of the James O’Donnell Fu- and Nancy Duncan; his sisters, Ramo- O’Donnell Funeral Home in Hannibal. neral Home. A luncheon for family na Tindall and Rose Duncan; his broth- Rev. Tim Goodman officiated. A private and friends occurred at the Rustic Oak ers, Charles Small, Howard Duncan burial took place at a later date at Holy Restaurant in the Huck Finn Shopping Jr., Frances Duncan, and Leroy Small; Family Catholic Cemetery. Center immediately following the ser- his daughter, Betsy; his son, Robert Mr. Forrest was born on May vices. Norris Duncan Sr., and granddaughter, 27, 1922, in Neligh, NE, to Lawrence The Patrol family extends its sin- Yvette Reese. Charles Sturbaum and Edna Grace cerest condolences to the Forest family. He is survived by his sisters, Lou- Willoughby. She later married Milton ise Bartee, of Omaha, NE, and Nila Harold “Jack” Forrest. Mr. Forrest was (Reprinted with permission from James Payne, of Ohio; his brother, Larry married to Clementine “Clemia” K. O’Donnell Funeral Homes, Hannibal, MO.) Small, of Phoenix, AZ; his daughters, Venneman on September 18, 1948, in Frances Stafford (and her husband, Wein, MO. She preceded him in death Gary), Charlotte Warren, Deborah June 6, 2007. Robert E. Bedell, and Lynette McDonald, all of Survivors include four sons, Law- Springfield, MO; 15 grandchildren; 35 rence C. Forrest (and his wife, Karen), Swackhamer great-grandchildren; five great-great- of Quincy, IL, Stephen K. Forrest grandchildren; and a host of nieces, (and his wife, Alice), of Bloomington- nephews, cousins, and friends. Normal, IL, Charles Kevin Forrest (and Funeral services took place Satur- his wife, Cindy), of Knob Noster, MO, day, May 9, 2015, in Pitts Chapel Unit- and Ernest P. Forrest (and his wife, Te- ed Methodist Church. Burial followed resa), of St. Louis, MO; one sister, Pa- in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Ar- tricia Evans, of Lee’s Summit, MO; nine rangements were under the direction grandchildren, Charles Forrest, Sa- of Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. brina Howser, Laura Ramnath, Hannah The Patrol family extends it sincer- Krauss, Heather Krauss, Alex Forrest, est condolences to the Duncan family. Kayla Forrest, Mason Latta, and Althea Birkett; and four great-grandchildren, (Reprinted with permission from Gorman- Charles Edward Forrest, Alexia Hows- Scharpf Funeral Home, Springfield, MO.) er, Korra Howser, and Hannah Shonn. Robert E. Swackhamer was born He was preceded in death by his the fourth of five children to Tom and

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Mary Swackhamer on a farm four plus numerous nieces and nephews. returning to Chillicothe, Bennie and miles southwest of Urich, MO. He went A memorial service took place on Rosie spent many years traveling with to a one-room schoolhouse and gradu- May 21, 2015, at Greenlawn Funeral friends and family all over the United ated from Urich High School in 1933, Home East with Rev. Lori Lampert States. After his retirement, he and where he was one of 12 graduates. Af- officiating. Burial occurred at Mis- Rosie bought a cabin in Estes Park, ter a brief career in farming, he joined souri Veterans Cemetery. Memorial CO, where they vacationed with their the U.S. Marine Corps in 1937, with an contributions may be made to: Wesley family and friends for many years. initial assignment with the marine de- United Methodist Church, St. Paul While in Colorado, Bennie worked as tachment aboard the USS Chester. Campus, 413 E Walnut St., Springfield, a park ranger for the Rocky Mountain During his nine years as a marine, MO 65806. National Park. Much time was spent he held every rank between private The Patrol family extends its sin- devoting his free time to instilling and and first lieutenant, first sergeant and cerest condolences to the Swackhamer enriching his passion for life to his master gunner included. On December family. grandchildren. Bennie often reflected 7, 1941, he was sergeant of the guard on the wonderful people and memora- with Company A, 2nd Tank Battalion (Reprinted with permission from Greenlawn ble experiences of serving his 28 years in Reykjavik, Iceland. After completing Funeral Home, Springfield, MO.) for the Northwestern Missouri public. Officer Candidate School at Quantico, He was a member of the Clay Lodge VA, he was assigned to various USMC Bennie F. #207, AF & AM Masonic Lodge, Excel- units in the San Diego, CA, area. Even- sior Springs, Chillicothe Camper Club, tually, he was assigned to Company A Patchen Jr. and the Chillicothe Shrine Club. 5th Tank Battalion in which he served Survivors include one son, Ben- on Iwo Jima, landing in the third wave. nie Patchen III (and his wife, Brenda), The end of hostilities found him in Ha- of Chillicothe; one daughter, Virginia waii preparing for the invasion of Japan. “Jenny” Jo Churchill (and her hus- Following brief service in occupied Ja- band, David), of Chillicothe; three pan, he left the Marines in 1946, to join grandchildren, Neelie Churchill, of the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Jefferson City, MO, Donny Churchill After several years of road duty (and his wife, Wendi), of Faucet, MO, he was promoted to sergeant at Troop and Duke Churchill, of Chillicothe; F, Jefferson City. In 1961, he was pro- two great-grandchildren, Margaret moted to lieutenant as the Patrol’s Jane Ann Churchill, of Chillicothe, and lead auto theft investigator. The year Vincent Mosby Churchill, of Chilli- 1968 saw him promoted to captain and cothe; three step-grandchildren, Luke placed in command of Troop D, Spring- Branson, Seth Branson, and Charlotte Bennie Franklin Patchen Jr., 84, field. After 29 years of service, he re- McGrath, of Faucet; two step-grand- a resident of Chillicothe, MO, died on tired in 1975. In retirement, he served children, Zach Link (and his wife, Re- Monday, May 25, 2015, at Indian Hills for a time as the interim director of the becca), and Trevor Link of Chillicothe; Retirement Village in Chillicothe. Good Samaritan Boys Ranch, and later and two step-great-grandchildren, Bennie was born the son of Ben- as a bailiff in the Greene County Court Kylee and Clayton Link of Chillicothe. jamin Franklin and Margaret Francis System. He was preceded in death by his (O’Dell) Patchen on July 25, 1930, in He was married on February parents, Margaret Francis Watson Excelsior Springs, MO. He was a 1948 27, 1948, to Mildred B. Johnson in and Bennie Patchen Sr.; wife, Rose graduate of Excelsior Springs High Marshall, MO, with the Rev. Dr. T. Lee Patchen; and one daughter, Helen School. Bennie served in the United Cecil Swackhamer officiating. He was Margaret Patchen. States Navy from 1948 until 1950. He preceded in death by his parents, his A memorial service took place on was united in marriage to Rose Lee brothers, T.C. and O. Cletus Swack- Thursday, May 28, 2015, at the United Hamner on August 5, 1950, at the hamer, and sisters, Naomi Hupp and Methodist Church in Chillicothe. United Methodist Church parsonage Mary Ferne McDonald. He is survived A private family burial occurred in in Platte City, MO. She preceded him by Mildred, his wife of 67 years; sons, the Masonic Cemetery in Excelsior in death on March 19, 2010. Robert L. Swackhamer, of Toms River, Springs. Memorial contributions may Bennie began working for the NJ, and Thomas E. Swackhamer, of be made to the Forest O. Triplett Ani- Missouri State Highway Patrol in Flower Mound, TX; grandchildren, Bri- mal Shelter c/o Lindley Funeral Home 1958, and retired in 1986 as a lieuten- an K. Swackhamer, Elizabeth A. Swack- ant stationed in St. Joseph, MO. Upon hamer, and Robert W. Swackhamer; Continued on the next page. July-August 2015/Patrol News 29 Deaths The Patrol family extends its dren, Jason, Heather, Shawn, Nikki, — Patchen sincerest condolences to the Millsap Sabrina, and Melodie; and several great- Continued from page 33. family. grandchildren. P.O. Box 47, Chillicothe, Missouri He was preceded in death by his 64601. Arrangements were under the (Reprinted with permission from Langsford parents; son, David Yates; and brother, direction of Lindley Funeral Home Funeral Home in Lee’s Summit, MO.) Sonny Yates. A celebration of life ser- Chillicothe. vice took place Saturday, August 22, at The Patrol family extends its Earl W. Yates Meyers Funeral Chapel in Blue Springs. sincerest condolences to the Patchen The Patrol family extends its sincer- family. est condolences to the Yates family.

(Reprinted with permission from Lindley (Reprinted with permission from Meyers Funeral Home, Chillicothe, MO.) Funeral Chapel.) Dewey E. Edward J. Millsap Hickinbotham

Earl William Yates, 83, formerly of Blue Springs, MO, died June 9, 2015, in Surprise, AZ, with his wife and daughter at his side. He had a heart transplant and was expected to live only 10 years, but survived for over 19. He chose donation to science. Earl was born Nov. 13, 1931, in Maloy, Iowa, to Wilmer and Erlene Dewey E. Millsap, 95, of Raymore, Yates. He graduated from Grant City, Retired Driver Examiner Edward J. MO, died on June 28, 2015. Dewey was MO, High School in 1949, and attended Hickinbotham, 87, of Ironton, MO, died born in Alton, MO, served in WWII in the Chillicothe Business School. On on July 15, 2015. the Army Medical Corps, and became May 21, 1950, he married Clella Ste- Beloved husband of the late Ruth J. a Missouri State Highway Patrol troop- vens. Hickinbotham and Christine Hickinbo- er in 1946, retiring 30 years later. Dew- He was drafted by the U.S. Army tham; dearest father of Eddie Hickinbo- ey was preceded in death by his wife of in 1952 and served during the Korean tham (and his wife, Ornetta) and Linda 63 years, Willa Lance Millsap, and his Conflict. In 1957, Earl was appointed Russell (and her husband, Michael); daughter, Marilyn “Gail” Phipps. to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, loving grandfather of Becky Tyler (and Survivors include: a daughter, Re- retiring in 1989. Earl enjoyed trapshoot- her husband, Travis), Matthew Jamie- becca “Becky” Edlund; a sister, Norma ing, hunting, and ballroom dancing. He son, and Kimberly Carriger (and her Crask; two brothers, Richard Millsap also showed Tennessee Walking Hors- husband, Austin); and great-grandfa- and Harry Millsap; a son-in-law, Mike es and judged horse shows. He served ther of Callie, Abbie, Brooklyn, Rylie, Phipps; two granddaughters, Alicia as president of the Heart of America Asher, Adalynn, Xander, and Isaac. He Witt and Shelley Scrivener; a grand- Tennessee Walking Horse Association was also our dear uncle, cousin, and son, Chad Phipps; and four great- for two terms. Earl was a 32nd Degree friend. grandchildren. Graveside services Mason for 57 years, a former member Mr. Hickinbotham retired from the took place on July 5, 2015, at Hickory of the Ararat Shrine, and member of Patrol on August 1, 1985. Grove Cemetery in Alton, MO. Funer- the Moose and Elk clubs. Visitation occurred at the Kutis Fu- al arrangements were under the direc- Earl leaves behind his wife of 65 neral Home, in Mehlville, MO, on Sun- tion of Langsford Funeral Home, Lee’s years, Clella Yates; daughters, Debra day, July 19, 2015. Services took place Summit, MO. Memorial contributions Yates Kubiak (and her husband, Tom) Monday, July 20, 2015. Burial was at may be made to the American Cancer and Rhonda Yates Sehorn; grandchil- Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, Society. St. Louis. 30 Patrol News/July-August 2015 Deaths The Patrol family extends its sin- He was preceded in death by his Funeral services for Neil Ray Poyn- cerest condolences to the Hickinbo- parents; a brother, Clifford Poynter; and ter took place Friday, July 31, 2015, at tham family. a nephew, Kelly Poynter. Lebanon First Assembly of God Church Survivors include his wife, Darlena; in Lebanon with Tim Gola officiating. (Reprinted with permission, Kutis Funeral two sons, Devyn and Trey Poynter, Burial occurred in Mount Rose Memori- Home.) both of Richland; two daughters, Tanya al Park, under the direction of Shadel’s Tait (and her husband, Aaron), and Colonial Chapel of Lebanon. Neil R. Poynter Darcy Poynter, all of Richland; one sis- It’s suggested that memorials be ter, Brenda Huntley (and her husband, made to Neil’s children’s education Jim) , of Lebanon; one granddaughter, fund or Richland First Christian Church Kinsley Tait; his father-in-law and Building Fund. Donations can be left or mother-in-law, Wayne and Mary Stem- mailed to Shadel’s Colonial Chapel. mons; several nieces and nephews; The Patrol family extends its sincer- great-nieces and nephews; church fam- est condolences to the Poynter family. ily members; and many dear friends. (Reprinted with permission, Lebanon Daily Record.)

appreciated during this difficult time for us and our family. Comp. Info. Tech. Sprv. I Eve A. Stafford, Q/ICTD Neil Ray Poynter, 50, of Richland, Thank You Criminalist III Kathy M. MO, died Friday, July 24, 2015, in Rich- Green, Q/CLD land. He was born June 13, 1965, in Leb- anon, MO. to Clifford Neil and Virginia My sister and I would like to    Jones Poynter. thank everyone who gave their sup- On June 10, 1994, he married Dar- port through prayers, condolences, lena Bell. cards, emails, flowers, gifts, and My family and I would like to He was a member of the Missouri donations after the passing of our thank everyone for the cards, prayers, State Highway Patrol Troop I, having father, Bill Woolley. We would also and condolences we received after the graduated with the 74th Recruit Class. like to thank those who were able to loss of my father, Jimmie Jones. Thank He was a corporal supervising commer- attend his visitation. Your thought- you to my Troop I family for attending cial vehicle enforcement. fulness and kindness was greatly the visitation and funeral. It was greatly Neil Ray Poynter was a member of appreciated and will be remembered. First Christian Church of Richland. Sgt. Mike W. Jones, Troop I Sympathy

Our deepest sympathy goes to the following personnel who have lost a member of their family: CIT III Kevin T. Thurman (Q/ICTD) Auto. Tech. III Justen E. Meyer (C) - Tpr. Cary F. Porter (B) - grandfather - grandmother mother Leasing & Contracts Coord. Lisa C. Sgt. Mike W. Jones (I) - father Clerk IV Jessica M. Meyer (C) - Luecke (Q/BPD) - father-in-law Criminalist III Jennifer A. Kopec mother-in-law Clerk Typist I Courtney E. Luecke (Q/CLD) - father Sgt. Steve W. Cunningham (I) - (Q/MVI) - grandfather Tpr. Ron L. Kelley (D) - mother grandmother Sgt. Charles W. Hoff (Q/WPD) - Ret. Lt. Steve B. Niederkorn - sister DE II John D. Berry (D) - brother mother Traffic Safety Analyst III Karen M. MVI III John S. Albin (A) - father-in-law Tpr. Mark L. Starmer (H) - Forbis (Q/PRD) - father Telecom. Ron D. King (C) - uncle grandmother Tech. Support Unit Sprv. Mike L. Cpl. Doug C. Kissinger (A) - Cpl. Matt L. Keeney (Q/GD) - Forbis (Q/ICTD) - father-in-law grandmother grandmother Technician I Nicole M. Forbis Sgt. Jody T. Laramore (E) - grandfather Cpl. R. Chris West (A) - mother (Q/CJISD) - grandfather Tpr. Jesse S. Halley (F) - grandmother Ret. Sgt. Jeff C. Creech - mother-in-law

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101st Christens Training Tank

On July 20, 2015, members of the 101st Recruit Class christened the training tank. While in the Academy, recruits are trained in the elementary freestyle (American crawl), breaststroke, side stroke, and elementary backstroke. They also have classroom train- ing on marine laws and boater safety. All recruits graduate with their boater safety certification. In these photos, members of the 101st Recruit Class practice the elementary freestyle (above) and tread water (right).