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D2006-31

July 31, 2006



EMPHASIS: Troop D Commander, John Prine, retires after 34 years of service.





It is with tremendous gratitude for the many years of service the Missouri State Highway Patrol announces the retirement of 34-year veteran Captain John Prine. Captain Prine leaves the Patrol a better organization as a result of his many years of dedicated service.



Prine was born in Springfield, Missouri and attended Lebanon High School in Lebanon, Missouri. A graduate of Drury University Captain Prine dutifully served his country in the United States Marines Corp Reserves from 1971 - 1983 and the Missouri National Guard from 1983 - 1993. He also served in the United States Army Reserves from 1993 - 1996. He was appointed to the Patrol in 1972 and was assigned to Troop D, Zone 7, McDonald County. Prine transferred to Zone 2, Springfield and in 1986 was promoted to corporal of that zone. In 1988 Captain Prine accepted a position in the Division Of Drug and Crime Control (DDCC), as an investigator and in 1989 was promoted to sergeant. Prine was promoted to enforcement lieutenant in 1996 and was assigned troops D, G and I to direct until 2002 when he was promoted to captain of Troop D.



Captain Prine has served the Patrol with dignity and distinction for 34 years. He intends on spending retirement in the company of his wife Robbie and friends traveling from the Rockies of Colorado to the coasts of Mexico. He also has two granddaughters who will keep his interest for years to come.