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Today, I was honored to participate in the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run as the Flame of Hope came through Nashville. Proud to support these incredible athletes and celebrate inclusion, determination, and the human spirit. #SpecialOlympics#TorchRun#FlameOfHope
A 2025 NHTSA study found that while curtain airbags help reduce occupant ejection during rollover crashes, wearing a seat belt remains the most effective way to prevent ejection. Buckle up every trip, every time. For more on seat belt safety, visit: bit.ly/4vczhlH#DriveSafeTN
Congratulations to #THP Troopers Clint McKissack and Stacy Wigand on graduating from the @UT_LEIC National Forensic Academy in Knoxville. The prestigious 10-week program provides advanced training in forensic evidence collection and investigation.
Today, Commissioner Jeff Long, Colonel Matt Perry, and members of leadership welcomed the newest Lateral and Basic Trooper classes to the Tennessee Highway Patrol. We are proud of their commitment, dedication, and willingness to uphold the highest standards of the THP. 🚓🇺🇸
🚨AN AMBER ALERT has been issued on behalf of the Clarksville Police Department for 3-year-old Tyler Hall.
He was last seen Tuesday in the Aurelia Lynn Drive area of Clarksville. If you have information regarding Tyler's whereabouts, call 1-800-TBI-FIND. #AMBERAlert
Captain Wallace and her training team proudly welcomed THP's newest lateral and basic trooper classes. Please join us in welcoming Trooper Classes #99 and #100! We are excited to see these future troopers begin their journey with THP.
Tennessee’s beautiful backroads are meant to be shared, not raced on. Speeding caused over 5,900 crashes in Tennessee in 2025. #SlowDownTN
Learn more: tntrafficsafety.org/speeding
No parent or caregiver thinks this can happen to them, but dozens of children each year are either left behind in a vehicle or become trapped inside.
Visit NHTSA.gov/Heatstroke to learn more.
1 in 4 hot car deaths happen when kids get into cars and can’t get out. Prevent heatstroke: Always lock your car and keep keys out of children’s reach. Visit NHTSA.gov/Heatstroke to learn more.
MORE: Here are additional photos of #TNMostWanted fugitive Jesse Wayne Phillips.
A reward of up to $2,500 is being offered for information leading to his arrest.
Spot him? Call 1-800-TBI-FIND
Drivers: Slow down for cyclists and pass with caution, leaving as much space as possible. Try to leave at least three feet of space. Yield to cyclists, as you would yield to pedestrians.
Cyclists: Ride in bike lanes, or ride with the flow of traffic and on the right.
🎧Be the calm voice in the chaos.
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Motorcyclists don’t always slow down using the brakes, so you may not see brake lights. Allow more following distance behind motorcycles and always watch for changes in traffic! #LookTwice
Read more: tntrafficsafety.org/motorcyc…
Be seen! Wearing retroreflective and bright clothing, in combination with reflectors and lights on your bike will help drivers see you better. This is vital if you choose to ride in the evening or after sunset.
Happy Memorial Day, Tennessee! Wherever you are celebrating, let's remember and honor those who gave their lives for our freedom. Safe travels! #HelpingYouArrivetntrafficsafety.org