Wyoming Peace Officers Association

09/13/2026

🇺🇸 NEVER FORGET.
They were going to work.
They were building a future.
They stood up and fought back.
2,996 at the World Trade Center.
125 at the Pentagon.
44 heroes on Flight 93.
4 Americans in Benghazi.
They are not just names.
They are America.
Share this so the next generation never forgets.
#911

09/13/2026

Today we honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001, the families forever changed, and the first responders and everyday heroes who showed extraordinary courage in our city’s darkest hours.

The skyline has changed, but the memories never will.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget. ❤️🤍💙

09/08/2026

Today, we are incredibly proud to share our new study, “Electrodermal signatures of stress during tactical law enforcement training,” published in Stress, Taylor & Francis Group. This was an extremely ambitious and operationally demanding project. Across three independent cohorts at the Wyoming ...

09/08/2026

The Casper Police Department is partnering with law enforcement agencies across Natrona County to keep impaired drivers off our roads this Labor Day holiday.

During the 2024 Labor Day holiday (6 p.m. September 1 - 5:59 a.m. September 5), there were 505 crash fatalities nationwide. Of those people, 170 (34%) were killed in crashes that involved at least one alcohol-impaired driver with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or above.

Among drivers between the ages of 18 and 34 who were killed in crashes over the Labor Day holiday in 2024, 40% of those drivers were drunk, with BACs of .08 or above.

Do not drive impaired.

09/08/2026

🐾Happy National Dog Day!🐾

If you happen to meet a Wyoming Highway Patrol Trooper, no matter the rank, more than likely they are a dog person. We 💖 our pups here at WHP. Here they aren't just companions, they are fellow troopers. Sniffing out drugs, explosives, weapons, you name it. These primed performance pups do their job with a passion that matches their partners in keeping our roads safe.

09/08/2026

On the front lines of public safety, excellence isn’t just a goal; it is a daily standard. 🐾⚡

Canine Trooper Zoey recently put her elite narcotic detection skills on full display. She proved exactly why the Wyoming Highway Patrol’s K-9 team is one of the most formidable forces against illicit trafficking in the region.

Operating across the state, these highly trained troopers and their dedicated canine partners spearhead two critical missions: criminal interdiction and explosive detection. From dismantling local and international drug-smuggling rings to protecting government buildings and high-profile dignitaries, these elite teams work tirelessly to keep Wyoming communities safe.

“The skill and readiness of these K-9 units are incredible,” said U.S. Attorney Darin Smith. “We share an unbreakable partnership between the United States Department of Justice, the Wyoming Highway Patrol, and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. Together, we stand paw-in-hand, as an unstoppable front to dismantle criminal networks and safeguard our communities.”

Pictured from left to right: WHP Sgt. Deckert, WHP Trooper Haller, U.S. Attorney Darin Smith, WHP Trooper Adame with WHP Canine Trooper Zoey, Assistant U.S. Attorney Lance Johnston, and Postal Inspector R.J. Fergon.

09/08/2026

If you choose to drink this weekend, DON’T DRIVE!

Our deputies will be working overtime this Labor Day Weekend to get impaired drivers off the roads and keep everyone safe. There is zero excuse for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Before you start celebrating, make sure you plan for a sober ride home.

Driving impaired—whether from alcohol, ma*****na, or other drugs—will land you in jail. Let's celebrate Labor Day responsibly!

09/08/2026

Solemn Memory…..

Thirty-three years ago today, Lieutenant Harley Mark was tragically killed in the line of duty while serving our community. He was fatally wounded in a vehicle accident while attempting to apprehend a violent offender who had perpetrated great harm against our community.

Lieutenant Mark left behind an indelible imprint of his character and kindness on his family, our agency, and the community of Torrington.

May his service, honor, and sacrifice never be forgotten.

08/14/2026

At the 2026 WPOA Conference banquet, we were honored to present awards for Outstanding Contributor to Law Enforcement, Detention Officer of the Year, Dispatcher of the Year, and Peace Officer of the Year.

Peace Officer of the Year - Sergeant Zach Burns - Carbon County Sheriff's Office
Detention Officer of the Year - Deputy Rebecca Channel - Laramie County Sheriff's Office
Dispatcher of the Year - Dispatch Supervisor Debbie Whitaker - Uinta County Sheriff's Office
Outstanding Contributor to Law Enforcement - Dr. Shaina Smith

The work done by not only these winners, but everyone who was nominated, is a testament to the wonderful and dedicated people we have working in public safety in our great state!

08/13/2026

Rounding out our 2026 In the Eye of the Storm Conference was a case study on a case from right here in Wyoming.

Sergeant Phillip Smith from Jackson Police Department discussed an ATM robbery case that turned out to be part of nationwide organized crime. This proves that Wyoming, although small and being the least populated state, is not immune to a major crime. The work and partnership of many local, state, and federal agencies brought not only the Jackson case, but many others to a close.

Thank you to all of our attendees, vendors, sponsors, and especially presenters for making this conference a success!

We are already making plans for the 2027 conference, so stay tuned!