Press Releases
Overwhelming Support For Injured Trooper Hurt On Job
On the morning of July 22, Trooper Chris Wooten was seriously injured as a result of a motor vehicle collision that occurred near the intersection of Tuckaseegee Road and Edgewood Road in Charlotte.
SHP Identifies Trooper Involved In Mecklenburg County Crash
The State Highway Patrol and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department are investigating a crash involving a state trooper that occurred today on Tuckaseegee Road and Edgewood Road in Charlotte.
Highway Patrol Provides Update Into Promotion Process Review
On Wednesday, June 26, members of the State Highway Patrol received notification the organization’s promotion process had been put on hold due to an allegation the testing process had been compromised.
State Highway Patrol Focuses On Safety For July Fourth Weekend
As the July Fourth Holiday approaches, the State Highway Patrol is encouraging motorists to focus on safe driving while traveling to their intended destinations. As traffic is expected to increase throughout the week, troopers will be out in full force monitoring driver behavior.
SHP Identifies Suspect In Johnston County Shooting
Authorities have identified Enrique Lopez, 26, of Smithfield as the suspect in yesterday’s pursuit involving a state trooper in Johnston County. Lopez was attempting to elude law enforcement while fleeing in a stolen tow truck on US 70 Business.
State Highway Patrol Involved in Johnston County Pursuit
On Monday, July 1st, at approximately 4:23 p.m. the State Highway Patrol attempted to stop a stolen tow truck on Black Creek Rd. in Johnston County after receiving a call for assistance by local authorities.
SHP Puts Promotions on Hold to Investigate Allegation About Testing Process
North Carolina State Highway Patrol promotions are being put on hold while Internal Affairs investigates an allegation that the promotional testing process was compromised.
SHP Urges Motorists To Plan Ahead For Memorial Day Travel
With an estimated 37.6 million motorists taking to the roadways this Memorial Day weekend, the State Highway Patrol is encouraging drivers to plan ahead before traveling.
State Highway Patrol Graduates 34 New Troopers
The State Highway Patrol proudly welcomed 34 new troopers at a graduation ceremony for the 147th Basic Highway Patrol School. The ceremony ended 12 weeks of demanding training preparing them for a fulfilling career of service to the state of North Carolina.
State Highway Patrol Unveils New Helicopters
The State Highway Patrol unveiled the addition of two new Bell 407 helicopters today to assist in the Patrol’s lifesaving mission.
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