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🚨 AZDPS troopers and detectives are seeking potential witnesses to a suspected police impersonator on Interstate 40 in a...
06/12/2026

🚨 AZDPS troopers and detectives are seeking potential witnesses to a suspected police impersonator on Interstate 40 in and around Flagstaff. 🚨

On Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 4:46 p.m., dispatchers received a report of a white Dodge Ram 5500 with a black work bed and flashing red and blue lights on westbound I-40 near milepost 171 (Parks, AZ).

Troopers located and arrested one suspect. There is no ongoing threat to the public.

If you saw this vehicle or have any information, please call 1-877-4AZ-TIPS or submit a tip online at azdps.gov/tips. Please reference incident # I26035880.

⚠️ Public Safety Tips:
▪ Not sure if you're being stopped by a real police officer? Slow down, activate your hazard lights, and drive to a well-lit, populated area.
▪ Call 911 and verify that an officer is attempting to stop you.
▪ Trust your instincts. If something feels suspicious, report it. Try to note identifying details like vehicle type, license plate, and badge number.

🚨 We’re Hiring: Traffic Operations Center (TOC) Specialists! 🚨Want a career where every shift helps keep Arizona safe? A...
06/12/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring: Traffic Operations Center (TOC) Specialists! 🚨

Want a career where every shift helps keep Arizona safe? AZDPS is looking for motivated professionals to join our Traffic Operations Center team in Phoenix.

💼 In this role, you will:

▪ Monitor statewide ADOT cameras and share real-time updates with troopers & field units
▪ Coordinate emergency services, tow responses, and incident management
▪ Support major incidents using our CAD system
▪ Help reduce roadway hazards and prevent secondary collisions

📌 Requirements: 3 years of law enforcement experience as an AZ POST-certified peace officer or a police communications dispatcher

💵 $25.91–$34.86/hr

Make an impact. Build a career. Serve your state.

🔗 Apply now: recruitment.azdps.gov

It’s fire season, and every motorist can help prevent roadside wildfires by taking a few simple precautions: 🔥 Keep your...
06/10/2026

It’s fire season, and every motorist can help prevent roadside wildfires by taking a few simple precautions:

🔥 Keep your vehicle away from dry grass and brush.
🔥 Check tires and brakes regularly to avoid failures that can cause sparks.
🔥 Dispose of ci******es properly—never toss them from a vehicle.
🔥 Secure all tow chains before every trip.
🔥 Report vehicles dragging chains by calling 911.

Today, we remember Patrolman Paul E. Marston ( #138).On June 9, 1969, Patrolman Marston was shot and killed by prison es...
06/09/2026

Today, we remember Patrolman Paul E. Marston ( #138).

On June 9, 1969, Patrolman Marston was shot and killed by prison escapee Danny Lee Eckard during a gun battle on a farm in Chino Valley. Eckard was then fatally shot by Patrolman Ron Mayes, who was riding with Marston. Patrolman Marston was 31 years old and had served with AZDPS for five years at the time of his death.

Night Watch Troopers take on Phoenix crime with ODG 🚨PHOENIX - Highway Patrol State Troopers participated in and detai...
06/09/2026

Night Watch Troopers take on Phoenix crime with ODG 🚨
PHOENIX - Highway Patrol State Troopers participated in and detail in the Phoenix Metro area on June 5, 2026. Troopers made arrests for warrants and criminal activity in support of statewide criminal interdiction efforts. State Troopers were assisted by AZDPS Criminal Investigations Detectives and AZDPS Ranger.
Over the last few months, the Arizona Department of Public Safety has made a dedicated effort to identify and tackle key areas for drug, weapons, and human trafficking throughout the state. brings together state, regional, and local law enforcement agencies across Arizona with one common goal - to protect our citizens and make our communities safer.
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✨ AZDPS is proud to recognize four of our Highway Patrol State Troopers who were celebrated at MADD’s Law Enforcement Re...
06/08/2026

✨ AZDPS is proud to recognize four of our Highway Patrol State Troopers who were celebrated at MADD’s Law Enforcement Recognition Banquet on June 5, 2026, at Gila River Resorts & Casino Wild Horse Pass in Chandler. PIO Manager Warren Trent hosted the ceremony and helped honor the outstanding efforts of law enforcement officers across Arizona in 2025.

Join us in congratulating:

🔹 Trooper Colby Carter — Recognized for his exceptional dedication to impaired driving enforcement, including 19 DUI arrests, 25 phlebotomy draws, and his leadership as a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).

🔹 Trooper Davonte Brown — Recognized for 601 traffic stops, 124 collision investigations, 92 arrests, and removing 45 impaired drivers from Arizona roadways in 2025.

🔹 Trooper Guillermo Garcia — Recognized for 38 DUI arrests, 11 DRE evaluations, 25 phlebotomy assists, and his commitment to community outreach and DUI prevention.

🔹 Trooper Johnny Rodriguez — Recognized for 61 DUI arrests, 19 DRE evaluations, and his service as an SFST and DUI investigations instructor supporting agencies statewide.

👏 Well done, troopers! Your service and vigilance reflect the highest standards of AZDPS and the mission of MADD Arizona.

Secure your load, Arizona! 🔒⛓️Unsecured cargo causes crashes every year, leading to hundreds of deaths and thousands of ...
06/06/2026

Secure your load, Arizona! 🔒⛓️

Unsecured cargo causes crashes every year, leading to hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries nationwide. When a load isn’t properly secured, everyone on the road is at risk.

Before you drive, make sure your load is secure:
✅ Tie down items with rope, netting, bungee cords, or straps
✅ Use a sturdy tarp or netting to keep debris from escaping
✅ Don’t overload your vehicle or trailer
✅ Double-check to ensure everything is secure

🚨 If you see large debris in the roadway, call 911 to report it as soon as safely possible.

On Thursday, June 4, AZDPS attended the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) Appreciation & Awards Luncheon in Chandler, whe...
06/05/2026

On Thursday, June 4, AZDPS attended the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) Appreciation & Awards Luncheon in Chandler, where Special Olympics Arizona (SOAZ) recognized many agencies for their support.

Personnel from our Executive Officer Bureau and Public Information Office accepted a plaque honoring AZDPS as one of SOAZ’s Top 20 Fundraising Agencies of 2024, thanks to the $17,000 raised during our 2024 Special Olympics BBQ fundraiser.

We’re grateful to Special Olympics Arizona and the Law Enforcement Torch Run for their continued partnership and for highlighting the collective impact of Arizona’s law enforcement community! 👥

-- AZDPS Detectives Arrest Two Suspects in Phoenix for Sexual Exploitation of a Minor --AZDPS detectives assigned to the...
06/04/2026

-- AZDPS Detectives Arrest Two Suspects in Phoenix for Sexual Exploitation of a Minor --

AZDPS detectives assigned to the Intelligence Bureau’s Operations District, in partnership with the Arizona Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force and the Phoenix Police Department, arrested two suspects last month on multiple counts of sexual exploitation of a minor.

Ulises Sanchez Sosa, 27, and Neil Cowie, 64, were arrested by detectives in May 2026 following separate months-long investigations into child sexual abuse material. Each of the two suspects faces 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor, a class 2 felony.

⬇️ Read the full news release at the link in the comments below.

⚠️ Tips on suspicious or criminal activity can be reported to the Arizona Counter Terrorism Information Center (ACTIC) at azactic.gov or by calling 1-877-429-8477.

🚨 We’re Hiring: Traffic Operations Center (TOC) Specialists! 🚨Want a career where every shift helps keep Arizona safe? A...
06/03/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring: Traffic Operations Center (TOC) Specialists! 🚨

Want a career where every shift helps keep Arizona safe? AZDPS is looking for motivated professionals to join our Traffic Operations Center team in Phoenix.

💼 In this role, you will:
▪ Monitor statewide ADOT cameras and share real-time updates with troopers & field units
▪ Coordinate emergency services, tow responses, and incident management
▪ Support major incidents using our CAD system
▪ Help reduce roadway hazards and prevent secondary collisions

📌 Requirements: 3 years of law enforcement experience as an AZ POST-certified peace officer or a police communications dispatcher

💵 $25.91–$34.86/hr

Make an impact. Build a career. Serve your state.

🔗 Apply now: recruitment.azdps.gov

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