I am proud to announce the promotion of Bryan Moore to Sergeant. He will oversee the THPJackson District operations in Obion County. Congratulations!

After 30 years in law enforcement Major Mike Hamilton has retired. Major Hamilton joined the Tennessee Highway Patrol in 1997 and since that time he has set a tremendous example for all to follow. See our link for additional photos. flickr.com/photos/safetyt…

After 34 years with the THPChattanooga District Sergeant Scott Lewis has retired. Thank you for your service to the great state of Tennessee. Congratulations and I wish you all the best on your retirement!

I want to personally thank all of the agencies and the public who assisted us in taking Mr. Lawson in custody. We appreciate our partnerships.

It was raining cats and dogs but, that didn’t stop Trooper Willis from helping this pup out of the downpour in Kingsport, TN yesterday. Hear the whole story from Trooper Willis who works in the THPFallBranch District. #ServantsNotLords #K9Rescue

I am proud to announce the promotion of Brandon Jackson to Sergeant. He will oversee the THPCookeville District operations in Putnam County. Congratulations!

I am happy to announce the promotion of Jeremy Luna to Deputy Director of THP Dispatch. This crucial position will assist to oversee the daily THP dispatch operations across the state. Congratulations!

I am proud to announce the promotion of Jacob Stielow to Captain. He will oversee the TN Highway Patrol Office of Professional Accountability, tn.gov/safety/tnhp/op…. Congratulations!

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I am proud to announce the promotion of Keith Ogle to Sergeant. He will oversee the THPKnoxville District operations in Loudon County. Congratulations!

I am proud to announce the promotion of Kasey Hernandez to Sergeant. She will oversee the daily operations in the TN Highway Patrol Technical Services Unit. Congratulations!

After 27 years with the TN Highway Patrol and 33 total years in law enforcement Captain Chris Ray has retired. Thank you for your service to the great state of Tennessee. Congratulations and I wish you all the best on your retirement.

I am deeply saddened to share the tragic news that an Memphis Police Dept officer was killed in a crash while on duty. Please join with THPMemphis & TN Highway Patrol as we honor and pray for the families and friends of all involved.

I regret to share the news that Sumner County Sheriff Roy “Sonny” Weatherford has passed away. Please join with the THPNashville District and the @TNHighway Patrol as we extend our condolences to his family, friends and the Sumner County Sheriff’s Office Office.

I want to thank Mr. Reed Trickett, President of the 100 Club of Nashville for their generous donation to Trp. Cothron of THPCookeville. Trooper Cothron was shot and seriously injured on July 19 in Putnam County. 📸L-R Director Aaron, Comm. Long, Pres. Trickett, & Col. Perry

I am proud to announce the promotion of Timothy Hearn to Lieutenant. He will oversee the daily operations in the TN Highway Patrol Critical Incident Response Team. Congratulations!

I am proud to announce the promotion of Christy Wallace to Captain. She will oversee the TN Highway Patrol and Tennessee Department of Safety Training Center. Congratulations!

"All of us at the Tennessee Highway Patrol wish you a safe Labor Day weekend," said Colonel Matt Perry.

After 24 years with the TN Highway Patrol Lieutenant Andy Shelton has retired. Thank you for your service to the great state of Tennessee. Congratulations and I wish you all the best on your retirement.

After 29 years with the TN Highway Patrol and the THPJackson District Sergeant Charles Wes Woods has retired. Thank you for your service to the great state of Tennessee. Congratulations and I wish you all the best on your retirement.