The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) is proud to announce the graduation of 27 new Arizona State Troopers from the State Trooper Academy on Thursday, November 21, 2024.

Class 36 comprised 18 cadets and nine lateral officers who transferred from other law enforcement agencies.

Colonel Jeffrey Glover, Director of the AZDPS, addressed the class and administered their oath of office during the graduation ceremony in Mesa.

The troopers are assigned to duty stations throughout Arizona, including:

• Benson
• Bullhead City
• Casa Grande
• Flagstaff
• Holbrook
• Kingman
• Oracle
• Phoenix (Capitol and Metro Central, South, East & West)
• Prescott
• Sierra Vista
• Tucson
• Willcox

Each of the new troopers will now begin their 12-week field training program, during which time they will each be paired with senior troopers as they begin their highway patrol duties.

Congratulations to Class 36!

The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) is excited to announce the launch of its new podcast, Seven Points, premiering today, Monday, November 18. Hosted by the AZDPS Public Information Supervisor Sergeant Eric Andrews and Detective Sherod Harris, the podcast provides an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the diverse careers and personal experiences of AZDPS personnel, offering a unique opportunity for listeners to connect with those who serve and protect Arizona.

In each episode, the hosts interview a different sworn or professional staff member of the AZDPS team, asking seven specific questions that explore their background, career path, daily experiences, and personal insights into working for Arizona's premier law enforcement agency. The goal is to introduce the public to the many career opportunities at the AZDPS while highlighting the dedication, challenges, and personal stories of its employees. Whether you’re interested in a career with the AZDPS or simply want to learn more about the department’s work, Seven Points will provide valuable, behind-the-scenes stories from the people who make it all happen.

The premiere episode is now available and features Colonel Jeffrey Glover, Director of the Arizona Department of Public Safety. In this episode, Colonel Glover shares his journey to a career in law enforcement and leadership, his vision for the department for the next two years, and much more.

“We created Seven Points to showcase the incredible individuals behind the badge at the Arizona Department of Public Safety,” said Sgt. Eric Andrews. “By hearing from our people firsthand, we hope to offer insight into the diverse opportunities within the department that much of the public doesn’t know exist as well as showcase the meaningful work our team does to keep our communities safe.”

New episodes of Seven Points will be released biweekly, with occasional special episodes in between, and will be available on Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and Podcast Index, as well as a video version on the AZDPS YouTube page.

From August 1, 2024, through October 31, 2024, the Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) was involved in numerous significant drug seizures statewide. Troopers seized a total of approximately 6,498 pounds of illicit drugs.

The seizures included the following:

• 837 lb of fentanyl (pills and powder)
• 514 lb of methamphetamine
• 33 lb of heroin
• 231 lb of cocaine
• 4,883 lb of marijuana

The AZDPS would like to thank our partners at the federal, state, and local levels who provided vital assistance in many of these investigations.

These seizures reflect the department’s ongoing commitment to disrupt the flow of dangerous drugs into our communities.