Arkansas State Police : News Releases

Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest: ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS AIMED AT IMPAIRED DRIVER SET TO BEGIN

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - As millions of Americans begin planning one last summertime getaway, more than 10,000 police agencies across the country are preparing to join in a concerted enforcement crackdown known as Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest. The operation is aimed at impaired drivers. Leaders of Arkansas's municipal, county and state law enforcement agencies today announced their offic...

PREPARATORY TROOPER ACADEMY GRADUATES RECOGNIZED IN CLOSING CEREMONIES

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - Eighteen high school students from across Arkansas have completed a one-week preparatory trooper training regimen and graduated today in ceremonies at Arkansas State Police Headquarters. The graduates were presented certificates by Colonel Winford E. Phillips, Director of the Arkansas State Police. The students participated in abbreviated course studies and practical training e...

TWO ASP RECRUIT CLASSES WRAP-UP STUDIES AND TRAINING - 40 NEW TROOPERS READY FOR SERVICE

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - Forty Arkansas State Police Academy Recruits, representing classes 2008-A and 2008-B graduated this afternoon in ceremonies at the Arkansas State Capitol. The recruits received their oath of service from Fourth Judicial District Judge William Storey of Fayetteville. The "A" class graduates initially reported to classes on February 10, 2008 and have accumulated 1,107 hours of cl...

STATE POLICE COMMISSION APPROVES TROOP G PROMOTION

Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission today approved the recommendation of Colonel Winford E. Phillips, Director of the Arkansas State Police, to promote Corporal Darren Neal to the rank of sergeant. Sergeant Neal, 41, of Prescott, has most recently been assigned to patrol duties within the department's Highway Patrol Division, Troop G. Sergeant Neal is a 12 year veteran of the ...

SAFETY BELT ENFORCEMENT CRACKDOWN SCHEDULED

Tue, 13 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police and local law enforcement agencies are targeting safety belt traffic enforcement operations in an attempt to reduce the number of nighttime fatal motor vehicle crashes. According to an analysis of crash reports from all Arkansas law enforcement agencies, 303 traffic crash deaths occurred during calendar year 2006 between the hours of 6 PM and 5:59 AM. ...

PREPARATORY TROOPER ACADEMY SCHEDULED FOR ARKANSAS TEENS

Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - The fourth annual Arkansas State Police Preparatory Trooper Academy has been scheduled for July 13 - 18 at the department's Little Rock training academy. Applications are being accepted from high school students who are sophomores, juniors and seniors at the time their application is submitted. "While one purpose of the preparatory academy is to establish an interactive relatio...

CORPORAL WILSON RECEIVES HONOR AS TROOPER OF THE YEAR - TOP AWARDS PRESENTED TO ASP PERSONNEL

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0500

(NORTH LITTLE ROCK) - Corporal Blake Wilson, 51, of Russellville was named the recipient today of the 2007 Arkansas State Trooper of the Year Award. Corporal Wilson is a 29-year veteran of the department and is assigned to Highway Patrol Division, Troop J. Corporal Wilson was also one of two Arkansas State Troopers today to receive the department's Medal of Valor Award. The presentations we...

DUI EDUCATION AND ENFORCEMENT INITIATIVES READIED FOR SPRING TIME YOUTH ACTIVITIES

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - Officials of the Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Office announced plans today outlining a statewide initiative aimed toward alcohol prevention education and enforcement of underage drinking laws. Beginning March 28th and continuing through March 29th, the Highway Safety Office will work closely with city and county law enforcement agencies along with Arkansas State Troopers t...

VAN BUREN COUNTY DRIVER LICENSE TESTING TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600

Arkansas State Police Highway Patrol Driver License Testing in Clinton (Van Buren County) has been temporarily suspended as the result of storm damage to the Community Center located at 273 Factory Road. The center had served as a driver license testing station each 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday. "We regret that we cannot accommodate driver license testing in Clinton at this time, but until a new lo...

VETERAN STATE POLICE SERGEANT KILLED IN ON-DUTY CRASH NEAR MULBERRY

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0600

(LITTLE ROCK) - Arkansas State Police Highway Patrol Sergeant Richard C. LeBow, 51, of Ozark, died today at approximately 10:25 AM while on duty along Interstate 40 (20 mile marker) near Mulberry. Sergeant LeBow was a 27 year veteran of the Arkansas State Police. "Sergeant LeBow was a living testament to the spirit and dedication that we try to instill in our recruits," said Colonel Winford E....

ELECTRONIC MESSAGE BOARDS ADDED TO STATE'S MORGAN NICK AMBER ALERT NETWORK

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0600

(LITTLE ROCK) - The statewide Morgan Nick Amber Alert system has been expanded to include twenty-eight electronic message boards erected along some of the most heavily traveled Arkansas highways. Located at twenty-four sites along the roadways, the devices provide high intensity lighted messages that are transmitted directly from the Arkansas State Police alerting motorists to missing or abducted...

ICAC SERGEANT PROMOTION APPROVED BY COMMISSION

Tue, 08 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0600

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission today approved the recommendation of Colonel Winford E. Phillips, Director of the Arkansas State Police, to promote Corporal Hoyt Harness to the rank of sergeant. Sergeant Harness, 42, of Jacksonville, is currently assigned to the department's Criminal Investigation Division, Internet Crimes Against Children Unit. Sergeant Harness, an 11 yea...

ASPC SELECTS OFFICERS FOR 2008

Tue, 08 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0600

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission today unanimously approved a motion to appoint Warren Dupwe of Jonesboro as commission chairman. Commissioner Dupwe succeeds former chairman Daniel "Woody" Futrell of Nashville and will serve the final year of his current seven year term in the capacity of commission chairman. Commissioner Dupwe was appointed to the commission in October 2001....

STATE POLICE OFFICES SCHEDULE TOWN HALL MEETINGS FOR INTERESTED TROOPER APPLICANTS

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0600

(LITTLE ROCK) - During the coming weeks Arkansas State Troopers will open the doors to their local offices across the state for a series of town hall style meetings in an effort to answer questions from individuals who may be considering a career with the state's largest law enforcement agency. "The department is conducting one of the most aggressive recruiting campaigns we've ever undertak...

HOLIDAY ENFORCEMENT PLAN CALLS FOR TARGETING DRUNK DRIVERS

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0600

(LITTLE ROCK) - Law enforcement agencies across Arkansas are gearing up to provide extra protection for travelers on the roadways this holiday season. At a news conference today, Arkansas Attorney General Dustin McDaniel joined the Arkansas State Police and Mothers Against Drunk Driving in announcing a statewide initiative to join a national law enforcement and media campaign, "Drunk Driving. Ove...

KING PROMOTED TO COMMANDER OF TROOP L

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0600

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission today approved the recommendation of Colonel Winford E. Phillips, Director of the Arkansas State Police, to promote Lieutenant Lance King, 44, of Fayetteville to the rank of captain. Captain King, a 20 year veteran of the department, will assume his new duties assigned as commander of the department's Highway Patrol Division, Troop L at Sprin...

STATE POLICE RECRUITERS ON THE LOOKOUT FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF ARKANSAS TROOPERS

Wed, 05 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0600

(LITTLE ROCK) - Arkansas State Police Recruiters are preparing to meet and recruit the next generation of state troopers. The Arkansas State Police Commission recently placed 33 trooper applicants on the departmental eligibility list for the 2008-A troop school scheduled to begin February 10th 2008. With those positions secured, recruiters now begin the search for the next group of prospective c...

TROOP L COMANNDER TO JOIN DIRECTOR'S STAFF: BRAUNNS PROMOTED TO MAJOR'S POSTION AS ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission today approved the recommendation of Colonel Winford E. Phillips, Director of the Arkansas State Police, to promote Captain Les Braunns, 52, of Springdale to the rank of major. Major Braunns, a 28 year veteran of the department, will assume his new duties assigned as the Director's Administrative Officer at the department's Little Rock headquar...

STATE POLICE RELEASES DUI PREVENTION VIDEO: CHOICES OFFERS LIFE LESSON FOR TEEN DRIVERS

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police today released the first copies of a DVD video titled Choices which is being made available across Arkansas to local high schools and youth organizations. The 13-minute video was produced as an education tool to assist school teachers, counselors, and youth organization leaders in discussions with teenagers about the dangers and life changing consequences...

CID LIEUTENANT AND HIGHWAY PATROL POST SERGEANTS NAMED BY APSC: OFFICIAL COMMENDATIONS AWARDED

Fri, 05 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(NASHVILLE) - The Arkansas State Police Commission has approved the recommendations of Colonel Winford E. Phillips, Director of the Arkansas State Police, to promote three Highway Patrol Division corporals to the rank of sergeant and a Criminal Investigation Division sergeant to the rank of lieutenant. The promotions were effective Thursday (October 4th) during a regular monthly meeting of the St...

ASSISTANT TROOP COMMANDERS AND CID POSITIONS APPROVED BY STATE POLICE COMMISSION VOTE

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission today approved the recommendation of Colonel Winford E. Phillips, Director of the Arkansas State Police, to promote Sergeants Barry Saffold, 44, of Star City and Shawn Garner, 43, of Benton, to the rank of lieutenant and assign them to duties as assistant troop commanders. Lieutenant Saffold, an 18 year veteran of the department, will assume ...

IMPAIRED DRIVING ENFORCEMENT CAMPAIGN PLANNED FOR FINAL SUMMER HOLIDAY PERIOD: LOCAL AND STATE LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO INCREASE PATROLS

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - As millions of Americans hit the highways for one last summertime getaway, law enforcement officers across the country are preparing to join in a concerted enforcement crackdown known as, Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest. During the coming weeks, August 17th through September 3rd, local and state law enforcement officers in Arkansas will join in the Labor Day holiday enf...

STATE POLICE COMMISSION APPROVES NOMINATION FOR SOUTH ARKANSAS CID SERGEANT POSITION

Fri, 10 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission today approved the recommendation of Colonel Winford E. Phillips, Director of the Arkansas State Police, to promote Special Agent Scott Woodward, 45, of Monticello, to the rank of sergeant. Special Agent Woodward has served 12 years as a commissioned officer of the department and has most recently been assigned as a case agent for the departm...

ARKANSAS.GOV & ASP TO EXPAND ACCESS TO CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK INFORMATION: NEW ARKANSAS LAW ALLOWS THIRD PARTY AND SERVICE PROVIDER ACCESS

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - Third parties and service providers, beginning today, will be able to access the Arkansas State Police Online Criminal Background Check System with the consent of the person who is the subject of the online criminal history report. State law, prior to today, has given limited access to the system for professional licensing boards and employers. A new law passed in the most recen...

COMMISSION APPROVES PROMOTIONS FOR SEVEN STATE POLICE PERSONNEL: TROOPERS HONORED WITH OFFICIAL COMMENDATIONS

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission today approved the recommendations of Colonel Winford E. Phillips, Director of the Arkansas State Police, to promote seven commissioned personnel assigned within three divisions and the Director's Office. � Lieutenant Lloyd Franklin, 52, of Pine Bluff, was promoted to the rank of captain. He is a 28 year veteran of the department and most rec...

NEW STATE TROOPERS HEADED FOR SERVICE: THIRTY-TWO RECRUITS GRADUATE IN CAPITOL ROTUNDA CEREMONIES

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - Thirty-two Arkansas State Police Academy Recruits graduated tonight in ceremonies at the Arkansas State Capitol. Each of the graduates has accumulated 41 college credit hours toward an associate degree in criminal justice through the Black River Technical College at Pocahontas. The recruits received a 23-week course of studies and practical exercises at the Arkansas State Police...

ASP Director's Chief of Staff Promoted to Lieutenant Colonel: STATE POLICE COMMISISON APPROVES NOMINATION OF K'NUCKLES TO FILL DEPUTY DIRECTOR POSITION

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission today approved the recommendation of Colonel Winford Phillips, Director of the Arkansas State Police, to promote Major Tim K'Nuckles to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel and hold the position of Arkansas State Police Deputy Director. Lieutenant Colonel K'Nuckles, 47, of Alexander is a 21 year veteran of the department and his most recent assignm...

Highway Safety Office Launches 'Click It or Ticket' to Help Save Lives: ENFORCEMENT EMPHASIS ON NIGHTTIME OPERATIONS

Mon, 14 May 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - There is a greater likelihood Arkansans are not using safety belts during their nighttime travels along the state highways and city streets. During 2005 there were 234 individuals who lost their lives in Arkansas traffic crashes while traveling in a passenger vehicle between the hours of 6 PM and 5:59 AM. More than three-fourths of the victims (76%) were not using their safety b...

STATE POLICE COMMISISON APPROVES NOMINATIONS FOR CAPTAIN POSITIONS WITHIN CRIMINAL DIVISION

Thu, 10 May 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission today approved the recommendation of Colonel Steve Dozier, Director of the Arkansas State Police, to promote two of the department's Criminal Investigation Division company commanders to the rank of captain. Lieutenant Henry LaMar, 52, of Little Rock, was promoted to the rank of captain. He is a 28 year veteran of the department and most rece...

GOVERNOR BEEBE ANNOUNCES NEW STATE POLICE DIRECTOR: RETIRED CAPTAIN PHILLIPS NAMED TO SUCCED COLONEL DOZIER

Tue, 08 May 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(LITTLE ROCK) - Governor Mike Beebe has named retired Arkansas State Police Captain Winford Phillips of Fayetteville as the new director of the Arkansas State Police. "Winford Phillips has earned the respect and friendship of his fellow Troopers during almost four decades of service at nearly every level of the Arkansas State Police," Beebe said. "His extensive experience on patrol and in admin...

ARKANSAS STATE POLICE HONOR THEIR BEST: CORPORAL MEEK NAMED TROOPER OF THE YEAR - 18 Other Troopers and Staff Recognized in Ceremonies

Wed, 18 Apr 2007 00:00:00 -0500

(NORTH LITTLE ROCK) -Corporal Robert Meek, 57, of Harrison was named the recipient today of the 2006 Arkansas State Trooper of the Year Award. Corporal Meek is a 32-year veteran of the department and is assigned to Highway Patrol Division, Troop I. Corporal Meek was also named among three state troopers to receive the Arkansas State Police Medal of Valor during the annual department awards cere...

TROOPERS & CIVILIANS HONORED FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE

Tue, 06 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0600

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission and State Police Director, Colonel Steve Dozier today recognized the outstanding service of 11 State Troopers and civilian employees. The department's Official Commendation was awarded to each of the individuals for specific acts of service above and beyond the call of duty. Two other Arkansas State Troopers were recognized for their extra...

NORTH ARKANSAS SERGEANT PROMOTED TO OPERATIONS MANAGER

Tue, 06 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0600

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission today approved the recommendation of Colonel Steve Dozier, Director of the Arkansas State Police, to promote Stan Witt, 50, of Cherokee Village, to the rank of lieutenant. Lieutenant Witt is a 21 year veteran of the department and most recently has been assigned to the department's Criminal Investigation Division, Company F as a supervisory a...

TWO TROOPERS RECEIVE SERGEANT PROMOTIONS FROM ASPC

Thu, 11 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0600

(LITTLE ROCK) - The Arkansas State Police Commission today approved the recommendations of Colonel Steve Dozier, Director of the Arkansas State Police, to promote two state troopers to the rank of sergeant who will be assigned as Highway Patrol post supervisors. Corporal Randall Dias, 40, of Harrison, currently assigned to patrol duties in Highway Patrol, Troop I (Boone County) was promoted to ...