MSP First District

The results are in from Monday, July 20, and our Move Over traffic initiative! Troopers from the First District, including posts in Lansing, Brighton, Monroe, and Jackson, worked hard to keep Michigan's roadways safe. During the 5-hour enforcement period, troopers conducted 129 traffic stops, resulting in: 20 Move Over law citations 6 Hands-Free law citations 66 total citations issued (including speeding and seat belt violations) 84 verbal warnings 5 misdemeanor arrests 1 felony arrest Great work by our First District troopers for their continued commitment to keeping our roads safe!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 23, 2026 Michigan State Police Seize Nearly 100 Kilograms of Marijuana and $346,000 During Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Stop ERIE TOWNSHIP, Mich. — On Monday, July 21, at approximately 7:15 p.m., a Michigan State Police (MSP) Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVED) officer initiated a traffic stop on a 2023 Freightliner tractor-trailer after it bypassed the I-75 weigh station in Erie Township, Monroe County. During the traffic stop, the officer made contact with the driver, a 25-year-old man from North Hollywood, California, and observed several indicators of possible criminal activity. The driver consented to a search of the commercial vehicle. During the search, the officer discovered a large amount of vacuum-sealed U.S. currency concealed in the truck's sleeper berth. Based on the circumstances, the officer suspected the cash was connected to drug trafficking. The tractor-trailer was then escorted to the weigh station for a more thorough inspection. Upon returning to the weigh station, the investigation was turned over to detectives with the Monroe Area Narcotics Team and Investigative Services (M.A.N.T.I.S.) due to indications of possible drug trafficking. A subsequent search of the tractor and trailer resulted in the seizure of approximately 97 kilograms of processed marijuana and $346,000 in U.S. currency, both of which were vacuum-sealed. The commercial vehicle, owned by a company based in Bartlett, Tennessee, was traveling from California to New Jersey at the time of the traffic stop. The driver was lodged at the Monroe County Jail pending review of possible charges by the Monroe County Prosecutor's Office. The investigation remains ongoing.

Jackson Resident Arrested for Aggravated Child Sexually Abusive Activity FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 22, 2026 JACKSON, MICH. The Michigan State Police (MSP) Computer Crimes Unit, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force is announcing the arrest of Travis Thomas, 56 of Jackson, for aggravated child sexually abusive activity and using a computer to commit a crime. Thomas was arrested following an investigation which was initiated when a cyber tip was received from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). A search warrant was conducted at Thomas’ residence where digital evidence was seized. Thomas was charged with two counts of aggravated child sexually abusive activity, two counts of using a computer to commit a crime, and as a 4th habitual offender. Thomas was arraigned in the 12th District Court in Jackson on Wednesday, July 22. Thomas was issued a $500,000 bond. If convicted, Thomas faces up to 20 years in prison for aggravated child sexually abusive activity, up to 20 years in prison for using a computer to commit a crime, and life in prison if convicted with the habitual offender notice. The Michigan ICAC Task Force was assisted by the Ann Arbor Police Department, the Clinton County Sheriff’s Office, and the Michigan Department of Corrections. The MSP Computer Crimes Unit encourages parents to speak to their children about safe use of the internet. There are many resources available to parents to assist in keeping children safe online. The NCMEC provides a comprehensive list of resources on their website at missingkids.org. The Michigan ICAC Task Force also provides resources at michigan.gov/ICAC. If you have information regarding possible child sexual exploitation, report it to the CyberTipline at missingkids.org/cybertipline. ### MEDIA CONTACT: D/Tpr/Spl. Jacob Sherwood, MSP Computer Crimes Unit, 517-898-7701

@MspSouthwestMI Great work by the troops. But really great for the public to recognize the troopers on the stop and moving over.

Dash camera footage from yesterday's MSP Paw Paw traffic stop on I-94 near Mattawan showed most motorists complying with Michigan's Move Over Law. The traffic stop was part of a statewide enforcement campaign, with MSP troopers patrolling highways Monday to raise awareness and enforce the Move Over Law. Thank you to everyone who slowed down and moved over to help protect first responders and roadside workers. If you didn't comply, do better next time—or risk enforcement action. #DriveSafe

News Release - OK2SAY Reports Second-Highest Tip Volume in System History With 10,777 tips received, the Michigan State Police (MSP) OK2SAY system recorded its second-highest use volume since its 2014 start, highlighting the vital role it plays in safeguarding Michigan’s youth and fostering safer school environments. This finding and others are included in the 2025 OK2SAY Annual Report released on July 21.

Thanks to Jtv for having D/Sgt Nate Kraus and Lt Jay Barkley on to talk about summer travel and auto theft prevention. Michigan State Police on Summer Travel and Auto Theft Prevention jtv.tv/michigan-state…

Thanks to WILX for coming out with the MSP for our “Move Over” Detail Michigan State Police enforce ‘Move Over’ law amid rising roadway deaths wilx.com/2026/07/20/dri…

Happy Monday! Reminder, today troopers, statewide will be out enforcing the "Move Over" law. We will also be targeting unsafe driving, the hands-free law, as well as seat belt use. Let's all do our part to keep our first responders and road workers safe.

Update: the expressway has reopened.

Traffic Alert: westbound I-94 Near Michigan Ave. in Ypsilanti Township Washtenaw County will be shut down while troopers investigate a freeway shooting. Earlier today an unknown vehicle and subject had fired what is believed to be a handgun at a motor vehicle. At this time, we do not have a suspect vehicle. There are no injuries. If anyone has any information pertaining to the shooting, please contact Washtenaw County dispatch.

Troopers continue working to combat crime. On Friday, July 17, at approximately 10:00 a.m., troopers from the Lansing Post conducted a traffic stop on a 2009 Chrysler Aspen near the intersection of Lansing Road and Creyts Road in Delta Township, Eaton County, for a moving violation. During the investigation, troopers determined the driver, a 31-year-old male from Lansing was operating the vehicle without a valid driver's license or insurance. They also discovered the driver had an outstanding arrest warrant. A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of a loaded Glock handgun equipped with an extended magazine. The driver did not have a concealed pistol license, nor was the weapon registered. The driver was arrested and lodged at the Eaton County Jail. A report will be submitted to the Eaton County Prosecutor's Office for review of potential charges.

Happy Friday! With the current smoke from Canada, visibility is very low. If you're on the road, please drive with extra caution. Turn on your headlights if visibility is reduced, allow extra following distance, and avoid unnecessary travel if conditions become severe. Stay safe!

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News Release - July 20th Statewide Traffic Initiative Will Focus on Enforcing State’s ‘Move Over’ Law The easiest way to keep first responders and others who work on our roadways safe is to slow down and move over when you see the emergency lights of a police car, tow truck or other service vehicle on the side of the road. That’s the message connected to a one-day, high visibility enforcement effort that will take place on Monday, July 20 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., across Michigan and in neighboring states. “With at least 13 instances just this year of patrol vehicles being struck while conducting traffic stops, and seven MSP members killed while working on the side of the road in the department’s history, this is an important message we need everyone to hear,” said Col. James F. Grady II, director of the Michigan State Police (MSP). “We always prefer education over enforcement, but during this single-day operation officers will be looking for and addressing dangerous driving behaviors, including motorists who disregard the state’s Move Over law.” Michigan’s Move Over law mandates that when a driver sees an emergency vehicle on the side of the road with its lights on, they must move over a lane and slow down at least 10 miles per hour below the posted speed limit. If moving over is not possible, the driver must slow down to at least 10 miles per hour below the posted speed limit and proceed with caution. The Michigan law applies to police vehicles, fire or EMS vehicles, construction vehicles and tow trucks. In addition to troopers and motor carrier officers from each MSP district, officers from several local Michigan law enforcement agencies, as well as troopers from state police departments in Kentucky, Ohio and Pennsylvania, will join together in this effort to deliver consistent traffic safety messages highlighting officer safety by encouraging drivers to move over and avoid reckless and distracted driving behaviors.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Lansing Post Requesting Public's Assistance Locating Vehicle Involved in Hit-and-Run Crash with Moped July 16, 2026 Wheatfield Township, Ingham County — Troopers from the Michigan State Police Lansing Post are requesting the public's assistance in identifying a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a moped rider. On July 1, 2026, at approximately 10:10 p.m., troopers were dispatched to the area of Howell Road near Barkley Road in Wheatfield Township for a reported hit-and-run crash involving a moped. The preliminary investigation indicates a 33-year-old Holt man was operating a moped eastbound on Howell Road when he was struck from behind by an SUV. The impact caused the rider to lose control of the moped, fall onto the roadway, and slide into the ditch. The suspect vehicle did not stop after the crash and continued eastbound on Howell Road. The rider sustained severe road rash and was transported to University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Hospital in Lansing for treatment. Investigators believe the suspect vehicle is a blue SUV that may have sustained front-end damage in the crash. The vehicle may also have white paint transfer from the moped on the front of the SUV. Anyone with information about the crash or the suspect vehicle is asked to contact the Michigan State Police Lansing Post and reference complaint number 11-3258-26. Your information, no matter how small it may seem, could be critical in helping investigators identify the driver responsible.

Air Quality Alert: As you head into work this morning you will see a haze. It’s not fog! It’s smoke drifting down from the Canadian wildfires. A statewide air quality alert has been issued for Michigan. Limit your time outside and check on your elderly neighbors and family.

Update: The three dogs involved in the attack along with a fourth dog have been euthanized at the request of the Hillsdale Prosecutor’s Office. The matter is still in review for possible criminal charges as the investigation is ongoing.

News Release Jackson Post Troopers Investigate Dog Attack Resulting in Serious Injuries July 13, 2026 Scipio Township, Hillsdale County – On July 10, 2026, at approximately 9:00 p.m., troopers from the Michigan State Police Jackson Post responded to the 1400 block of Mosherville Road for a reported dog attack. Upon arrival, troopers learned a 31-year-old woman and a 12-year-old girl had been attacked by three mixed-breed pit bull/mastiff dogs that had escaped from their kennel. The preliminary investigation indicates the 12-year-old victim and her 13-year-old friend, who both live in the area, were riding scooters on Mosherville Road when they observed the dogs in the front yard of their owner's residence. According to the 12-year-old victim, the dogs suddenly ran toward her. She jumped off her scooter, but the dogs knocked her to the ground and began attacking her. Her 13-year-old friend ran to get help and was not injured. A 31-year-old woman heard the girls screaming and ran to help. As she attempted to pull the dogs off the child, the dogs turned and attacked her. The dogs' owner then intervened, pulling the dogs away from the woman, and remained with her until emergency medical personnel arrived. The dogs were later secured in their kennel by the owner's son. The 12-year-old was picked up by her mother and taken home to await emergency medical services. Both victims suffered severe lacerations during the attack but were conscious and alert when troopers arrived. The 31-year-old woman was transported by Reading Emergency Medical Unit to Henry Ford Hospital for treatment and is expected to survive. The 12-year-old victim was airlifted to Henry Ford Hospital before being transferred by helicopter to C.S. Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor for additional treatment. She is also expected to survive. The three dogs were returned to the custody of their owner, a 44-year-old woman, pending the outcome of the investigation. The investigation remains ongoing. Upon completion, the case will be submitted to the Hillsdale County Prosecutor's Office for review of possible criminal charges against the owner. A determination regarding the disposition of the dogs will also be made as part of the investigation.

Great work by our Lansing Post troopers! Early this morning, while conducting speed enforcement on westbound I-96 near Wright Road in Wacousta Township, Clinton County, troopers stopped a 2024 Jeep Compass traveling 90 mph in a 70 mph zone. During the traffic stop, further investigation led troopers to discover crack cocaine inside the vehicle. The driver, a 24-year-old woman from Grand Rapids, was found to be in possession of crack cocaine. The passenger, a 51-year-old man from Grand Rapids, was found to be in possession of a large quantity of crack cocaine. Both individuals were arrested and lodged at the Clinton County Jail. The driver was charged with Possession of Crack Cocaine, while the passenger was charged with Possession of Crack Cocaine with Intent to Deliver. In total, troopers seized approximately 102 grams of crack cocaine during the traffic stop. Outstanding work by our Lansing Post troopers. Traffic enforcement not only helps keep our roadways safe, but it also plays a critical role in removing illegal drugs from our communities.

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