EMPHASIS: Captain Eddie A. Blaylock Assignment Of New Troopers
Captain Eddie A. Blaylock, commanding officer of Troop I, Rolla, is pleased to announce the assignment of four new troopers to Troop I. The troopers were members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol's 122nd Recruit Class which graduated on Friday, December 20, 2024.
Trooper Collin A. Clinton, of Rolla, MO, has been assigned to Zone 2, which serves the citizens of Phelps and Maries counties. In 2016, Trooper Clinton graduated from Rolla High School in Rolla, MO. Prior to joining the Patrol, Trooper Clinton was a corrections officer with the Phelps County Sheriff’s Office.
Trooper Kevin L. Francom, of Dixon, MO, has been assigned to Zone 4, which serves the citizens of Phelps and Maries counties. In 2008, Trooper Francom graduated from Hillcrest High School in Midvale, UT. Prior to joining the Patrol, Trooper Francom served with the U.S. Army.
Trooper Austin L. Gillispie, of Bolivar, MO, has been assigned to Zone 1, which serves the citizens of Phelps and Maries counties. In 2016, Trooper Gillispie graduated from Bolivar High School in Bolivar, MO. Prior to joining the Patrol, Trooper Gillispie served with the U.S. Marines.
Trooper Canaan L. Park, of Seymour, MO, has been assigned to Zone 6, which serves the citizens of Pulaski and Maries counties. In 2022, Trooper Park graduated from Seymour High School in Seymour, MO. Prior to joining the Patrol, Trooper Park attended Ozarks Technical Community College in Springfield, MO.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is hiring! The Patrol offers over 60 career paths. For current openings, visit https://bit.ly/MSHPCareers to apply today.
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