Trooper Washer

06/01/2026

KSP Post 4 is proud to recognize Trooper Riley Pineiroa, Trooper Chase Shouse and Trooper Tyler Walters for their commitment to keeping Kentucky’s roadways safe.

In support of the mission of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), these troopers were recognized for their outstanding efforts in identifying and removing impaired drivers from our highways, helping make our communities safer for everyone.

During 2025, Trooper Pineiroa arrested 27 impaired drivers, Trooper Shouse arrested 40 impaired drivers, and Trooper Walters arrested 34 impaired drivers. Their dedication and proactive enforcement efforts have helped prevent crashes, injuries, and potential tragedies before they could occur.

Please join us in congratulating these Troopers on this well-deserved recognition and thanking them for their continued service and commitment to protecting the citizens of the Commonwealth.

06/01/2026

06/01/2026

6:30am update: Traffic is backing up on Interstate 65 northbound to get on Watterson east as expected. Once you are able to get up to Watterson westbound traffic is clear.

06/01/2026

Interstate 65 Shutdown 2026

05/30/2026

NEWS RELEASE
Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision in Meade County

BRANDENBURG, Ky. (May 29, 2026) – At approximately 3:27 p.m., the Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 4 received a call regarding a fatal collision on Bypass Road near High Street in Meade County. Post 4 Troopers responded to the scene.

The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2017 Subaru WRX, operated by Dustin Farmer, 34, of Central, Indiana, was traveling north on Bypass Road when it crossed into the center turn lane and into the path of a 2015 Ford F-150 pickup truck being operated by Maia Fisher, 25, of Mansfield, Missouri. The two vehicles collided in a head on manner.

Dustin Farmer was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Meade County Coroner. Maia Fisher sustained serious injuries and was flown to University of Louisville Hospital. Two juvenile passengers in the Subaru were also seriously injured and were taken to Norton Children's Hospital and University of Louisville Hospital.

The investigation is ongoing and is being led by Trooper Jesse Harp. He was assisted at the scene by the Meade County Sheriff's Office, Brandenburg Police Department, Meade County EMS, Meade County Coroner's Office and Meade County Fire.

05/29/2026

Kentucky State Police Post 4 troopers along with emergency personnel are currently on scene of a fatal collision that took place on Bypass Rd near High Street in Brandenburg Kentucky.

Please avoid this area if at all possible. I will provide more information as it becomes available.

05/29/2026

If you would like to help out, and provide supplies for the kids going to Trooper Island Camp, Inc., I have created an Amazon supply list. Items ship directly to Kentucky State Police Post 4, and we will deliver them to Trooper Island.

This will not only make our camp week special, but if there are large amounts leftover, the other KSP Posts will be able to use them as well.

Every donation helps make camp week amazing for these kids without them or their parents having to spend a dime. Of course any items dropped off at Post 4 or Post 15 prior to June 12th would be greatly appreciated! - I will make sure Trooper Houk loads all of it himself 😃 See list below:

Trooper Houk Trooper Jacobs Trooper Gayheart Trooper Stepp Trooper Coleman Trooper Burgess Trooper Katan Parker Trooper Scottie Pennington Trooper Thomas Trooper Shaw Trooper Haney Trooper Jones Trooper Kearney

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For the past several months, Trooper Houk and I have been preparing for one of the best weeks of the year. We are now just 18 days away from loading up 80+ kids on a bus and heading to Trooper Island Camp, Inc. for an unforgettable week of camp!

Before we leave, we need your help. If you know of any business or individual in the Post area willing to donate, we are currently accepting the following items at KSP Post 4:

Gatorade or Powerade
Bottled water
Popsicles
Sunscreen
Items to make s’mores
Popcorn kernels
Popcorn oil
Popcorn seasoning
Bags for popcorn
Small bags of chips
Small packages of cookies
Any other snack items
Water balloons (ones that attach to a water hose to fill up)

Donations can be dropped off in the lobby of KSP Post 4 located at:

954 Cameron Ponder Drive
Elizabethtown, KY 42701

We will gladly accept donations through June 12th, as the bus departs June 15th!

Every donation helps make this week special for these kids, and we truly appreciate the continued support

05/28/2026

For the past several months, Trooper Houk and I have been preparing for one of the best weeks of the year. We are now just 18 days away from loading up 80+ kids on a bus and heading to Trooper Island Camp, Inc. for an unforgettable week of camp!

Before we leave, we need your help. If you know of any business or individual in the Post area willing to donate, we are currently accepting the following items at KSP Post 4:

Gatorade or Powerade
Bottled water
Popsicles
Sunscreen
Items to make s’mores
Popcorn kernels
Popcorn oil
Popcorn seasoning
Bags for popcorn
Small bags of chips
Small packages of cookies
Any other snack items
Water balloons (ones that attach to a water hose to fill up)

Donations can be dropped off in the lobby of KSP Post 4 located at:

954 Cameron Ponder Drive
Elizabethtown, KY 42701

We will gladly accept donations through June 12th, as the bus departs June 15th!

Every donation helps make this week special for these kids, and we truly appreciate the continued support

05/26/2026

Back in 2015 it seemed like the miles were a lot easier…