MSP First District

As National Police Week ends, we celebrate National Peace Officers Memorial Day, to pay tribute to local, state, and federal law enforcement officers who have died or been disabled in the line of duty. The MSP honors our 57 fallen officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

Did you know that in 2024, 222 people were killed while not wearing their seatbelt? We are trying to save lives by conducting enforcement efforts for motorist not buckling up during the Click It or Ticket campaign running from May 18-31. Buckle Up!!

We Will Never Forget. In memory of our fallen trooper who made the ultimate sacrifice on this day in 1971: Trooper Rodger M. Adams March 6, 1945 – May 14, 1971 Tpr. Rodger M. Adams was killed in a traffic crash on U.S. 12 in Lenawee County. Shortly after 1:15 a.m., Trooper Adams and his partner were dispatched to investigate a traffic crash. Approximately one-half mile west of Tipton Highway, an oncoming car skidded around a curve and crossed the centerline of the roadway. Trooper Adams swerved the patrol car to the right, but was unable to avoid the oncoming car. The two vehicles met nearly head-on. Trooper Adams was killed instantly and his partner was seriously injured. The driver of the other vehicle was also killed. Trooper Adams was the 25th MSP officer to die in the line of duty.

Happy Wednesday!! As we celebrate Police Week, let’s remember to move over Michigan when you see our lights. That goes for any emergency vehicle on the side of the road with its lights activated. Everyone goes home at the end of their shift. Have a great day!

National Police Week is a time to pause and remember the law enforcement officers across the country who lost their lives in the line of duty, including our 57 fallen heroes. To our troopers, motor carrier officers, state properties security officers, and all who wear the badge, we thank you for your service. To learn more about how you can support National Police Week, visit nleomf.org.

Additional photos from the retirement of F/lt Brian Oleksyk.

On Friday, May 8, Lansing Post Commander F/Lt Brian Oleksyk retired from the MSP after 25.8 years of honorable service. Thank you for your service to the citizens of Michigan and the MSP. Enjoy your retirement!

Happy Mother’s Day to all of our MSP moms and moms everywhere!

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Thanks to WILX for helping the MSP get the word out on motorcycle safety. Motorcycle safety concerns rise with warmer weather in Michigan wilx.com/2026/05/06/mot…

Dale Warner sentencing scheduled for Thursday morning at 8:15 a.m. in Lenawee County. You can also see it via live stream. 13abc.com/2026/05/07/dal…

Each year, the MSP holds a ceremony to honor our fallen troopers. This ceremony takes place at the MSP Fallen Trooper Memorial located at our Training Academy in Lansing. Yesterday, department members and families of loved ones gathered to remember the 57 officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

🇺🇸We Will Never Forget. In memory of our fallen trooper who made the ultimate sacrifice on this day in 2000. Tpr. Rick L. Johnson January 16, 1965 - May 6, 2000 Trooper Rick L. Johnson died as a result of injuries sustained when he was struck by a vehicle while conducting a traffic stop on I-94 in Van Buren County. At 7 a.m. Saturday, May 6, Trooper Johnson reported for duty at the Paw Paw Post. He was assigned to the day shift. At approximately 11:56 a.m., Trooper Johnson stopped a motor vehicle on westbound I-94, a quarter of a mile east of M-51, for defective equipment. Trooper Johnson stopped the vehicle, occupied by two subjects, on the north shoulder of the roadway. Trooper Johnson approached the stopped vehicle on the passenger side, making contact with the driver and other occupant of the vehicle. After speaking with the occupants, Trooper Johnson started to return to his patrol vehicle. As Trooper Johnson was walking back between the patrol vehicle and the vehicle he had stopped, a third vehicle drove off the roadway and struck the rear of his patrol unit. The impact of the collision first pinned Trooper Johnson between the two vehicles, and then trapped him underneath his patrol unit as it spun into the travel lanes. Trooper Johnson was extricated and treated at the scene by emergency personnel, then flown by Air Care to Bronson Hospital in the city of Kalamazoo. Shortly after arrival at the hospital, Trooper Johnson was pronounced dead due to injuries sustained in the crash. The driver of the vehicle which struck Trooper Johnson was a 21-year-old female. She had reportedly been distracted by actions within her vehicle. She had driven off the roadway, onto the shoulder before striking the patrol vehicle. In addition to herself, other occupants of the vehicle included her mother and two young children. The occupants of the vehicle were treated and released at Bronson Hospital. After review by the Van Buren County Prosecutor Office, the driver of the vehicle was charged with Negligent Homicide. She was later arraigned on the charge at the 7th East District Court in Paw Paw Ironically, just the day before his fatal accident, Trooper Johnson had successfully talked a suicidal man out of jumping off of an overpass just a mile away from what would become the scene of his own death. Trooper Rick L. Johnson is the 48th MSP officer to die in the line of duty.

Yet another fraud making its way around the state. Do not fall for these scams. You can always verify through your local PD or court before you make any decisions.

🚨 SCAM ALERT 🚨 The Michigan State Police have been made aware of the below fraudulent letter circulating that claims to be from MSP Headquarters requesting money for “clearance,” “processing,” or release of funds or debit cards. These letters are NOT legitimate. The Michigan State Police will never request payment for police clearance, document processing, or the release of financial assets. You can protect yourself by looking for red flags such as requests for payment (especially in advance), poor grammar or unusual wording. Claims involving international banks or debit cards. Urgent demands tied to “clearance” or “release” of funds. If you receive a letter like this: Do NOT send money, Do NOT provide personal or banking information. Report it to your local law enforcement agency. You can also file a complaint with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov Stay vigilant and help protect others by sharing this post.

News Release May 5, 2026 Lansing Post Troopers Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Eaton County Hamlin Township, Eaton County — On May 4, 2026, at approximately 3:50 p.m., troopers from the Lansing Post responded to the intersection of S. Clinton Trail and E. Bellevue Highway for a crash involving a motorcycle and a pickup truck. Preliminary investigation indicates a 2010 Harley-Davidson motorcycle, operated by a 74-year-old male from Eaton Rapids, was traveling northbound on S. Clinton Trail when a 2026 GMC Sierra pickup, driven by a 74-year-old male from Charlotte, pulled from E. Bellevue Highway into the path of the motorcycle. The motorcycle struck the pickup. The motorcyclist was transported to University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, where he later died from his injuries. The driver of the pickup was not injured. The crash remains under investigation. Alcohol and drugs do not appear to be factors. Motorists are reminded to remain alert for motorcycles, especially as warmer weather brings more riders to the road. Because motorcycles are smaller and harder to see, drivers should check blind spots, look twice before turning or changing lanes, and allow additional space. These simple steps can help prevent serious crashes.

Correction: This crash occurred on S. Clinton Trail/M-50 Hwy and Bellevue Rd. Not M-99 as initially reported. We apologize for the error. A press release will be posted shortly.

Update: northbound and southbound M-99 is open. Press release with details will follow in the morning.

Traffic Crash: M-99 and Bellevue Hwy, Eaton County is shut down both ways for a serious traffic crash. Troopers are asking everyone to avoid this area at least for the next hour while troopers conduct their investigation. Updates to follow.