Providing the next generation with an inside look at careers in law enforcement ALBANY, Ky. (July 2, 2026) – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear announced that 36 young Kentuckians graduated from the third annual class of the Kentucky State Police Youth Academy. The weeklong program allowed the next generation of law enforcement to interact with state police troopers […]

PIKEVILLE, Ky. (July 2, 2026) – Kentucky State Police Post 9, Pikeville, was notified of a single-vehicle collision at approximately 3:51 p.m. on July 1, 2026. The collision occurred on US 23 in the Pikeville community of Pike County. The preliminary investigation indicates that Paul Bisbee was operating a 1988 Dodge Ram SUV traveling southbound when […]

MADISONVILLE, Ky. (July 2, 2026) – The Kentucky State Police (KSP) will be conducting traffic safety checkpoints throughout the Post 2 district, to check motorists for compliance with motor vehicle laws including driving under the influence statutes. KSP utilizes traffic safety checkpoints to promote safety for motorists using the public roadways and to provide a deterrent for […]

MADISONVILLE, Ky. (July 2, 2026) – This Independence Day, Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 2 is prepared to join law enforcement across the nation for Operation C.A.R.E.(Crash Awareness Reduction Effort) July 2-5, 2026. This effort aims to prevent impaired driving and keep roadways safe for everyone during one of the busiest travel holidays of the year. According to […]

DRY RIDGE, Ky. (July 1, 2026) – This Independence Day, Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 6 is prepared to join law enforcement across the nation for Operation C.A.R.E.(Crash Awareness Reduction Effort) July 2-5, 2026. This effort aims to prevent impaired driving and keep roadways safe for everyone during one of the busiest travel holidays of the year. […]