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State Police recognizes pair of Putnamville troopers with awards
PUTNAMVILLE -- During an awards program for Indiana State Police employees Friday afternoon at the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis, ISP Superintendent Douglas G. Carter and his primary staff recognized two Putnamville troopers for their hard work and dedication.
Trooper Bradley J. Fyfe, a three-year ISP veteran, was presented with the 2018 Trooper of the District Award for the Putnamville District, while Trooper Rondell K. Shelton, a four-year ISP veteran, was awarded the 2018 Putnamville District DUI (Driving Under the Influence) Award.
Trooper Fyfe was overwhelmingly nominated for the Trooper of the District Award by his peers and the District 53 Command Team.
During 2018, Trooper Fyfe concentrated his traffic and criminal enforcement efforts on DUI, drug enforcement and associated crimes. Fyfe made 38 DUI arrests and 336 criminal arrests, including 115 felonies, most of which were drug and/or alcohol related. That statistic placed him first in the district in criminal arrests.
Fyfe was second in the district in DUI arrests and issued 1,232 traffic enforcement contacts (citations/warnings).
Trooper Fyfe, a graduate of the 75th ISP Recruit School, is currently assigned to the All Crimes Policing Squad, Tip Squad, is an instructor at the State Police Academy and routinely uses his personal drone to assist with department business. He actively participates in the National Night Out effort, the Covered Bridge Festival and donates his time to the Clinton Little League.
“His willingness to give of his time in community events and activities is a true display of his dedication to his profession and the public he serves,” Lt. Dan Jones, commander of the Putnamville District, commented.
“Trooper Fyfe sets the example for other officers to follow and treats people with genuine respect,” Lt. Jones added. “Fyfe is a mature and conscientious officer who has earned the respect of his peers, supervisors and the citizens he serves. He is a well-rounded law enforcement professional who will undertake any task.”
Meanwhile, Trooper Shelton incarcerated 49 impaired drivers during 2018. He was also the recipient of 2017 DUI Award. Shelton is a graduate of the 74th ISP Recruit School.
“Trooper Shelton is a hardworking, self-motivated individual and works diligently to provide safe roadways for the public,” Lt Jones commended.