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*September 2025*






New Video Highlights Trooper Benefits
Benefits video [ [link removed] ]

Looking for a career with a real impact? As a State Trooper you don’t just serve your community, you gain access to a rewarding career with outstanding benefits. Starting Oct. 1, troopers and sergeants will receive a 20% pay raise, bringing the annual salary to $67K+ as a Trooper 10 (not including overtime and shift premiums).

Interested? We're hiring for the 151st Trooper Recruit School scheduled to begin in July 2026! Apply for a career with the Michigan State Police today! [ [link removed] ]






The Silent Struggle: MSP's Response to Supporting Officers' Mental Health

988 Crisis Line

On average, 184 public safety officers died by suicide each year between 2016 and 2022, according to a report by First Help.

Despite observing an upward trend in first responders seeking psychological, emotional, physical and financial wellness over the span of nearly 18 years, psychologist Tracie Webb, director of the Michigan State Police (MSP) Office of Behavioral Science, said efforts to eliminate the stigma associated with mental health treatment remain a challenge for police agencies nationwide.

In response, the MSP is bolstering initiatives to prioritize mental health by allocating resources for education and offering services such as counseling and therapy to address issues like depression and anxiety, thereby aiming to reduce instances of substance abuse and suicides among law enforcement personnel.

Read more on "The Silent Struggle: MSP's Response to Supporting Officers' Mental Health.” [ [link removed] ]







MSP Forensic Science Division Launches Video Series for National Forensic Science Week
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September 14-20 is National Forensic Science Week, a time to recognize the contributions that forensic science makes to the criminal justice system. The results of forensic testing may assist in the investigation of a crime, be used in criminal proceedings and eliminate a person from suspicion.

To commemorate the week, the MSP Forensic Science Division is releasing a series of videos showcasing its technical disciplines on our social media channels [ [link removed] ]. The first installment includes a previously released overview of the division, followed by two new videos featuring the Latent Prints Unit [ [link removed] ] and the Crime Scene Response Team. [ [link removed] ]

Keep an eye out for more videos highlighting additional forensic disciplines throughout the next year.

Learn more about the MSP Forensic Science Division [ [link removed] ] today!






Opening the Door” campaign seeks to educate parents about child predators
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At any given time, an estimated 50,000 sexual predators are online seeking to exploit children using social media, messaging apps and gaming platforms.

To raise awareness of these dangers, the Michigan Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force [ [link removed] ] launched the “Opening the Door” video public service announcement [ [link removed] ] to draw attention to online predatory behavior like grooming and sextortion, while encouraging parents and caregivers to stay informed and involved in their children’s online activities.

Families are urged to create an internet use plan, set parental controls and maintain open communication about the risks of online interactions.

Criminal activities or potential harm directed at children or young adults can be reported to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s (NCMEC) CyberTipline [ [link removed] ] or by calling 1-800-THE-LOST.






MSP Participates in Faith and Blue Weekend

Again this year, the MSP is pleased to join police departments across the country in National Faith and Blue Weekend, which occurs October 10-13.

National Faith and Blue Weekend facilitates safer and stronger communities by engaging police officers and residents through the connections of faith-based organizations through various community events.

Visit our community calendar [ [link removed] ] to find a Faith and Blue event near you.

Faith and Blue





Preparedness Starts at Home

National Preparedness Month

September is National Emergency Preparedness Month, and the Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) is encouraging Michigan residents to use this time to take steps to prepare for emergencies.

The MSP/EMHSD is uniting with agencies nationwide under the theme “Preparedness Starts at Home” to remind you to take steps now to protect against potential disasters. Getting yourself, your family and your home ready for emergencies like home fires, power outages and floods could be life-saving should disaster strike.

To put preparedness into action and commemorate Preparedness Month, the MSP/EMHSD is collaborating with Muskegon County to host the 2025 Prepare Fair [ [link removed] ] from 4 p.m. -7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 30 at Heritage Landing, 1050 7th St. Muskegon, MI 49440. Those who attend this family-friendly event will learn about local agencies that respond to emergencies, how to develop a family emergency plan and how to create an emergency preparedness kit. Attendees will also be able to meet local and state first responders and volunteers. The event is free of charge and open to anyone.

For more information and helpful tools to assist with emergency preparedness, visit Michigan.gov/MIReady. [ [link removed] ]







School Bus Safety is for Everyone

The new school year is upon us, and with that, the MSP encourages everyone to know the school bus rules of the road.  

Parents are asked to review these key school bus safety reminders with their children:


* Pick a Safe Spot: Choose a safe waiting area away from traffic and streets.
* Buddy Up: Always walk to the bus stop with a friend.
* Stay Calm: Avoid running or playing while waiting for the bus.
* Stay Visible: Never go behind the bus and stay in the driver's view.
* Wait for the Signal: Don't board until the bus stops and the driver signals.
* Cross Safely: Follow traffic signals and crossing guards.
* Be Cautious: Don't talk to strangers, and let parents know if approached.
* Stay in Sight: Never enter a stranger's vehicle.

It’s not just students who need to stay alert. For drivers, it's crucial to follow the state’s school bus stop laws:


* Yellow Lights: Slow down when the bus's yellow lights flash.
* Red Lights: Stop at least 20 feet away when red lights flash. Wait for the bus to move and the driver's signal. Never pass a stopped school bus.
* Hazard Lights: Be cautious when hazard lights near the bus's headlights flash.

Leave With a Smile
Special Olympics

Earlier this month, the MSP Central Route Team participated in the Law Enforcement Torch Run, covering 750 miles from Copper Harbor to Belle Isle and raising more than $15,000 for Special Olympics! This year’s team included Sgt. Blaine Bachman, MC Sgt. Shane Pease, Tpr. Logen Dushane, Tpr. Freddy Bahena, Tpr. Jesse Kidner, DNR COs Nick Thornton and Ed Rice, as well as Dewey the MSP Therapy Dog!






In Your Community

*Sept. 19:* MSP recruiters at Fransiscan University Criminal Justice Career Fair, [ [link removed] ] 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Steubenville, OH

*Sept. 24:* MSP recruiters at Northwood University Fall Career Fair [ [link removed] ], 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

*Sept. 24:* MSP recruiters at Beyond Albion Career Fair, [ [link removed] ] 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

*Sept. 25*: MSP Hiring Event - Marquette [ [link removed] ], 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

*Sept. 27:* Teen Defensive Driving School [ [link removed] ], Ironwood

*Sept. 29: *MSP Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division Open House [ [link removed] ], 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oak Park

*Sept. 30: *2025 Prepare Fair, [ [link removed] ] 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Muskegon

*Oct. 4: *Lakers Vs Law Enforcement Softball Saturday [ [link removed] ], noon, Allendale

*Oct. 4:* Fall Color 5k [ [link removed] ], 7:30 a.m., Northville




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Choose a career in public service; learn more at www.mi.gov/mspjobs [ [link removed] ]




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