Some of our most routine trips are where we are most likely to be involved in a crash. Wearing a safety belt, on every trip every time, is one the easiest, lifesaving decisions we can make in a vehicle. #BuckleUp
About us
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to protect life and property, promote traffic safety and provide professional public safety services with respect, compassion, and unbiased professionalism. The Patrol provides: Statewide traffic services to keep our roadways safe; Statewide emergency response services and support services to the public and the criminal justice community; Investigation of criminal activities on state-owned and leased property throughout Ohio, and; Security for the Governor and other dignitaries. The Patrol is a division of the Ohio Department of Public Safety, which is administrated by a director who holds a cabinet-level position in state government. The commander of the Patrol holds the rank of Colonel and is referred to as the Superintendent. The superintendent is selected from the Patrol ranks upon the retirement or death of a predecessor. Although personnel strength varies, the Patrol maintains a uniformed complement of about 1,600 officers. In addition, about 1,000 support personnel, including load limit inspectors, motor vehicle inspectors, motor carrier enforcement inspectors, dispatchers, electronics technicians, and civilian specialists complete the Patrol's personnel strength. From the ranks of its road troopers, the Patrol trains and maintains a number of officers in specialized law enforcement positions. Among these are: plainclothes investigators; traffic and drug interdiction teams and canine officers; commercial enforcement coordinators, inspectors, and crash reconstructionists. The Patrol also maintains a special response team, comprised of road troopers who are specially trained in weapons and chemical agent use, extraction techniques, and rapid response methods.
- Website
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http://statepatrol.ohio.gov/
External link for Ohio State Highway Patrol
- Industry
- Law Enforcement
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Columbus, Ohio
- Type
- Government Agency
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
1970 West Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio 43223, US
Employees at Ohio State Highway Patrol
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Michael Wolfe
Leader | Entrepreneur | Proud Dad
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Jessica Smart
Owner/ Photographer at Jessica Smart Photography, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, Radio Dispatcher at Ohio State Patrol
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Gary Montgomery
Cop Cop Cop Cop Cop at Ohio Highway Patrol
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Mike Troolin
Business Process Analyst at Ohio State Highway Patrol
Updates
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On November 17, troopers stopped a vehicle for speeding. The driver was not buckled properly and admitted to being distracted while driving. So far in 2024, there have been over 45,000 unbelted crashes. Remember, the best way to protect yourself in a vehicle is to #BuckleUp.
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It's emergency vehicle operation training week for #OSHPCadetClass175. This training is essential for cadets to ensure a quick response in emergencies, and to learn to handle the vehicle safely and effectively. #JoinOSHP
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☑️VOTE NOW ☑️ The Patrol's own K-9 Darius, 2024 Dapper Dog Winner🐶 , is looking for YOUR help to win the 2025 FUR Responder Photo Contest! Please give his photo 5 stars daily, by clicking the heart on the photo. Voting resets every 24 hours and runs through 1/31. https://lnkd.in/esViuwn4
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Human Trafficking persists as a silent epidemic across the country. The Patrol has, and will continue to, participate in efforts to combat this serious issue. #NationalHumanTraffickingAwarenessDay
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The Patrol has been working hard to assist those out on Ohio's roadways during the recent winter weather. As we see another round of snow headed for our state, we ask you to remember to drive slow when you see snow or ice and allow yourself extra travel time in inclement weather. Remember, you can call #677 if you see dangerous driving or if you are involved in a crash.
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