Kentucky State Police Post 2 to Join Multi-State Criminal Patrol Enforcement
MADISONVILLE, Ky. (September 11, 2025) — The Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 2 will take part in a multi-state initiative aimed at reducing crime and keeping illegal firearms out of local communities. From September 11–14, troopers will join law enforcement partners in Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia for the 6-State Trooper Project.
This high-visibility enforcement period will concentrate on criminal patrol operations, specifically focusing on identifying felons in possession of firearms. Troopers will use traffic enforcement as an opportunity to detect and disrupt illegal activity, while also ensuring compliance with state and federal laws that prohibit certain individuals from carrying firearms.
Captain Derek Smith, commander of KSP Post 2, says this effort highlights the agency’s ongoing commitment to community safety.
“With law enforcement working together across state lines, we can take a stronger and more thorough approach against crime,” said Captain Derek Smith. “Every illegal firearm removed from our streets is one less weapon in the hands of criminals. This operation is for the safety of the Commonwealth of Kentucky.”
KSP encourages citizens to play a role in keeping communities safe. If you see suspicious or illegal activity, contact your local KSP Post or dial 911 in an emergency.
Each of the 6-State Trooper Project’s enforcement periods targets a specific traffic or criminal safety concern. By coordinating enforcement, agencies are able to share resources, intelligence and strategies to maximize their impact. Multi-state partnerships like this initiative strengthen the collective fight against crime and help ensure Kentucky’s roadways and communities are safer for everyone.
The Kentucky State Police remain committed to protecting life and property through enforcement, education, and proactive policing efforts. You can learn more by visiting’s KSP’s website.
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