West Virginia Troopers Association

08/24/2026

One of our own got to ring the cancer bell today! For those who don’t know what that is, it is the bell everyone rings when you finish you last round of treatments for cancer. Several months ago Tpr. D.E. Smith, Martinsburg Detachment and Troop 2 rep, was diagnosed with One Stage 2A Hodgkins Lymphoma. He went through 8 rounds of treatments and finished today. In the picture with him are Tpr. L.A. McCulley, Martinsburg Detachment, Sgt. M Castlegrand, Martinsburg Police Department, Sgt. L.A. Faircloth, Martinsburg Detachment and Association President, and Jonathan Morales, friend and Marine Veteran.

08/24/2026

One of our own got to ring the cancer bell today! For those who don’t know what that is, it is the bell everyone rings when you finish you last round of treatments for cancer. Several months ago Tpr. D.E. Smith, Martinsburg Detachment and Troop 2 rep, was diagnosed with One Stage 2A Hodgkins Lymphoma. He went through 8 rounds of treatments and finished today. In the picture with him are Tpr. L.A. McCulley, Martinsburg Detachment, Sgt. M Castlegrand, Martinsburg Police Department, and Jonathan Morales, friend and Marine Veteran.

08/22/2026

First Sergeant Chris Weekly , Parkersburg District Commander, stopped to help a lady at Walmart yesterday.

08/20/2026

Join the West Virginia State Police Romney Detachment for a spooky evening of Halloween fun!

Saturday, October 24, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
525 Depot Street, Romney, WV

Want to participate as a truck host? Contact Sgt. Massie or 1st Sgt. Carson at the Romney Detachment at 304-822-3561 for more information.

Bring the kids, grab those costumes, and come enjoy a safe and fun Halloween evening with your local Troopers!

Please share and help us spread the word!

08/20/2026

As students head back to school, law enforcement reminds everyone to help keep our children safe:

Stop for school buses when red lights are flashing and the stop arm is extended.
Slow down and stay alert in school zones and near bus stops.
Put the phone down — distracted driving can have serious consequences.
Watch for children crossing streets and entering or exiting buses.
See something, say something — report suspicious or concerning activity.

Please be patient, stay alert, and help make this a safe school year for everyone!

08/20/2026

DUI Checkpoint – Moorefield, WV

Troopers are out tonight conducting a DUI checkpoint in Moorefield, with every county in Troop 2 represented!

Troopers from Berkeley, Jefferson, Grant, Hardy, Pendleton, Hampshire, Morgan, and Mineral Counties are working together to help keep West Virginia’s roadways safe.

A great showing of teamwork across Troop 2!

08/19/2026

Each year, the West Virginia State Police takes great pride in being a part of the West Virginia State Fair. Our members enjoy the opportunity to interact with citizens, engage with children and families, and help provide a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone in attendance.

If you are interested in becoming part of the West Virginia State Police and experiencing opportunities like this in the future, apply today at wvsp.gov.

Testing begins September 4! Don't miss your opportunity to start your career with the West Virginia State Police.

08/18/2026

While the West Virginia Troopers Association is not hosting or organizing this benefit, we are happy to help spread the word in support of Gilmer County Sheriff Donald “Smokey” Belin as he battles pancreatic cancer.

Please see the flyer for full details and consider coming out to support Smokey and his family.

08/18/2026

We are sharing this post from Mountain Mule Packer Ranch as search efforts continue for a woman who was swept away by floodwaters on August 17, 2026.

URGENT REQUEST FOR PRAYERS and TRAINED SEARCH VOLUNTEERS NEAR WEST VIRGINIA

Mission Mules is coordinating additional resources to assist with an active search in West Virginia following the recent flooding along the South Branch of the Potomac River.

A woman was swept away in the floodwaters yesterday along with her two children. The two children have since been located, but the search continues for their mother. Search crews have been working since approximately 3:00 p.m. yesterday, and additional resources are urgently needed to support the ongoing effort.

We are currently seeking trained volunteers and organized search groups who are willing and able to assist with searching along the riverbanks and surrounding areas.

If you are part of a search-and-rescue organization or trained volunteer group and can respond, please reach out to Mission Mules as soon as possible. We are coordinating these additional requested resources with those on the ground.

This is a difficult and ongoing search, and every qualified resource that can safely contribute may make a difference.

Please share this post with SAR organizations and trained volunteers in the area who may be able to help.

To volunteer or offer assistance, please contact Mission Mules directly. 704-677-4685