BREAKING: Violent crime in Michigan is at its lowest level in seven years! Since day 1, I've been committed to keeping Michigan families safe. I'm grateful to our law enforcement and community partners working tirelessly to make Michigan a safer state for everyone.

Traffic Stop Leads to Two Arrests, Firearm Recovery and Drug Seizure On October 25, 2026, at approximately 9:20 p.m., a Michigan State Police sergeant initiated a traffic stop for multiple violations on Welch Boulevard near Ballenger Highway in the City of Flint. During the stop, the sergeant observed an extended magazine protruding from underneath the driver’s seat. Further investigation led to the recovery of: Two loaded handguns, including one reported stolen 12.8 grams of crack cocaine packaged for sale Neither occupant possessed a concealed pistol license (CPL). Both occupants were arrested on multiple charges, including weapons and drug offenses, and lodged at the Genesee County Jail. This is proactive policing at work! What began as a traffic stop resulted in the removal of dangerous weapons and illegal drugs from our streets. Great work by our troopers for remaining alert, taking initiative, and continuing their efforts to keep our communities safe!

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Great turnout today at the Negaunee Post Trunk or Treat! Thanks to everyone who came out and helped make this event possible. uppermichiganssource.com/202…

Tri-City Post troopers had a great time hanging out with trunk-or-treaters in Saginaw this afternoon. 🎃

The safe disposal of unused and unwanted medication is one way to help prevent prescription drug misuse and protect Michigan communities. Today, all MSP posts are open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., serving as drop-off locations for disposal of expired, unused and unwanted pills for destruction. Please note: liquids, syringes, inhalers and patches cannot be accepted. According to the @samhsagov, the majority of people who misuse prescription medication for a non-medical purpose obtained it from a family member or friend. Properly disposing of medications that are no longer needed can help reduce access to these drugs.

If you are heading out to the Hanover H.S. vs Monroe H.S. football game tonight, make sure you visit the MSP tent as we will be on site for the “Trooper Tailgate”. Come by and participate in some games, and get some MSP Swag. This event is supported by a generous donation from Corrigan Oil and Propane. Hope to see you there.

MAJOR DRUG TRAFFICKING INVESTIGATION LEADS TO MULTIPLE ARRESTS AND SIGNIFICANT DRUG SEIZURES!    Outstanding investigative work by the County of Macomb Enforcement Team (COMET)!   Over the last six months, COMET detectives have been investigating a drug trafficking organization operating in the Metro Detroit area.   On October 20, 2026, COMET executed multiple search warrants in Detroit and the City of Troy, resulting in the following seizures:   2,047 grams of fentanyl   513 grams of cocaine/crack   46 grams of scheduled prescription pills   Over $4,000 in currency with intent to forfeit   Multiple suspects arrested   COMET was assisted by Hamtramck PD, Oakland County NET, and MSP 2nd District Headquarters.   Great work by COMET detectives and our law enforcement partners! Investigations like these demonstrate the importance of proactive police work, strong partnerships, and the continued commitment to disrupting drug trafficking operations throughout Metro Detroit.   This project was supported by Byrne JAG # 2022-MU-BX-0011 awarded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), and administered by the Michigan State Police (MSP).

Thanks, @WOODTV, for shining a light on National Teen Driver Safety Week! Parents, your role doesn't end when your teen gets behind the wheel. Talk about safe driving year-round, model good habits every time you drive, and hold your teen accountable. woodtv.com/news/michigan/msp…

Thanks to Radio Results Network for helping to spread the word about Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, October 24th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at all MSP Posts statewide. Listen to our conversation and learn more here: radioresultsnetwork.com/2026…

#TuesdayTip: October is Pedestrian Safety Month! Pedestrians always have the right of way, and drivers should slow down and yield to pedestrians. Pedestrians also have a responsibility to stay alert, use crosswalks when available and make themselves visible to drivers.

Do you have old prescriptions in your medicine cabinet? Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. That's dangerous and often tragic. Clean out those cabinets Where: any MSP Post When: Saturday 10/24/26 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. All locations will take unwanted prescription pills. Please note- needles, patches and inhalers can not be accepted. More info here- dea.gov/takebackday.

Student and school bus safety will be the focus of "Operation Safe Stop," which takes place this week across Michigan. OSS is an enforcement campaign that will be conducted October 19-23 in conjunction with National School Bus Safety Week. Participating police agencies will be on the lookout for drivers who ignore the flashing red lights and extended stop-arm of a school bus that is picking up or dropping off students. Be alert and drive safe, Michigan! michigan.gov/SchoolBusSafety

Upper Peninsula, Michigan. A sergeant from the Michigan State Police (MSP) St. Ignace Post has received a statewide award for his work as a negotiator. Sgt. Jacob Hubbard’s actions during a high-risk incident demonstrate the important role negotiators play in helping law enforcement resolve dangerous situations and protect lives. Sgt. Hubbard was presented with the 2026 Michigan Association of Hostage Negotiator's “Negotiator of the Year” award for his role in helping bring a dangerous situation to a safe resolution in Marquette County in January 2026. While there were other candidates who demonstrated excellent work as well, Sgt. Hubbard was the unanimous winner. In addition to his full-time duties as a sergeant at the St. Ignace Post, Sgt. Hubbard serves as a negotiator with the MSP Emergency Support (ES) Team. The ES Team specializes in responding to dangerous and critical incidents. The team provides specialized training and equipment for situations involving hostage rescue, armed and barricaded suspects, high risk arrests, and more. The team includes tactical and negotiation units that work together to resolve these incidents safely. In Marquette County on January 3, 2026, at approximately 8:50 p.m., a neighbor of Kyle Beauchemin reported that one of Beauchemin’s dogs had attacked the neighbor’s livestock. Deputies from the Marquette County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and an MSP trooper from the Negaunee Post attempted to contact Beauchemin at his home but received no answer. At about 9:50 p.m., MCSO deputies and MSP troopers were dispatched to the home again for a reported domestic violence incident. Reports indicated that Beauchemin was inside with his girlfriend and their four children, who were being held against their will. An estimated 28 pitbull mix dogs were also in and around the home. MCSO deputies obtained an arrest warrant for Beauchemin. The MSP ES Team was called to assist in the early morning hours of January 4th, because of the dangerous circumstances of the suspect being armed and holding hostages. Sgt. Hubbard was able to contact Beauchemin’s girlfriend. She expressed fear for her safety and the safety of the children. Beauchemin was reportedly armed with firearms. Sgt. Hubbard was able to make contact with Beauchemin and negotiated with him for several hours. Although Beauchemin agreed several times to leave the cabin peacefully, he did not follow through. Sgt. Hubbard was able to keep him on the phone and continued working to resolve the situation without further harm being done. Eventually, a decision was made to enter the cabin. During the planning process, Sgt. Hubbard provided the tactical team with a detailed description of the cabin and information about the location of the firearms. As the team entered, Beauchemin used his girlfriend and the children as human shields. Sgt. Hubbard relayed information about Beauchemin’s movements to the tactical team in real time, helping the other ES team members respond accordingly. Beauchemin was taken into custody, and all five hostages were rescued safely. He was lodged in the Marquette County Jail, and the investigation was turned over to the MCSO, the lead investigating agency. Sgt. Hubbard’s work during several hours of negotiations helped keep the situation from escalating. He also provided critical information that helped the tactical team plan and carry out the operation. The safe resolution of this incident was the result of teamwork and coordination among multiple agencies. Sgt. Hubbard and the entire MSP ES Team worked alongside the MCSO, MSP Negaunee Post troopers, Marquette County Central Dispatch, and MSP Negaunee Regional Communication’s Center.

Saturday is National Move Over Day. 🚓🚒🛻 First responders, tow operators and highway workers put their lives on the line every day to protect ours. Give them the space they need to go home safe. When you see flashing lights on the side of the road, remember: Slow Down, Move Over

It’s football season!! MSP Community Service Troopers will be holding a "Trooper Tailgate” this Friday. MSP will be in Brighton at the Brighton High School vs Westland John Glenn High School, Friday, Oct 16. This event is supported by a generous donation from Corrigan Oil and Propane of Brighton. Hope to see you there. nitter.siddz.com/mspfirstdist/status/20…

This October morning, I took a moment to scan the road for my neighbors who enjoy walking throughout the day. During Pedestrian Safety Month, let’s all do our part to keep one another safe. With more hours of darkness this time of year, drivers must stay alert, and watch for pedestrians. Pedestrians, make yourselves visible and use extra caution when walking near traffic. Look out for one another. Every step and every life matters! #PedestrianSafetyMonth #DriveSafe

Let’s talk about tailgating, and no, not the kind you do before a football game! 🏈 Did you know? At 70 mph, your vehicle travels approximately 103 feet every second! Following too closely reduces your reaction time and increases your chances of being involved in a crash. Remember the 3-second rule! Keep at least three seconds between you and the vehicle ahead, and allow more space during poor weather conditions. Tailgating won’t get you there much faster, but it could prevent you from getting there at all.