MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL
a division of the
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Troop G - 1226 W. Bus. 60/63, Willow Springs, MO 65793


News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Jeff Kinder
(417) 469-3121, ext. 3735
G-02153
February 5, 2015

EMPHASIS: Troop G Seeking Students To Participate In Student Alliance Program


Captain Mark G. Inman, commanding officer of Troop G, Willow Springs, is pleased to announce Troop G will be conducting a two-day Student Alliance Program. The purpose of the program is to provide an opportunity for current high school juniors and seniors to learn more about law enforcement and the Missouri State Highway Patrol.

The 2015 Troop G Student Alliance Program will be conducted at the Troop G Headquarters in Willow Springs, Missouri, on two consecutive Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., beginning on April 4, 2015. Participants must provide their own transportation and will be on their own for a lunch break each day. During the program, students will participate in a variety of educational activities intended to familiarize them with Highway Patrol operations and equipment. Some of the activities will include: Patrol history, firearms, traffic safety, marine operations, stop and approach, and crime scene investigation.

Troop G is seeking interested junior and senior high school students of good character to apply to participate in the program. In order to provide a quality educational experience, the program will be limited to 20 students. Applications can be obtained at the Troop G Headquarters, located at 1226 West Business Highway 60/63, Willow Springs, Missouri; or by calling Sergeant Jeff Kinder at (417) 469-3121. Applications must be received by March 20, 2015, to be eligible to participate.

In support of "The Drive To ZERO Highway Deaths," the Patrol encourages motorists to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life And Wear It!!


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