Kentucky State Police Post 8 Welcomes New Trooper Ready To Protect and Serve

FRANKFORT, Ky. (November, 02, 2026) – On Friday, the Kentucky State Police (KSP) honored 40 cadets graduating from Cadet Class 107 the KSP Training Academy, marking the start of their careers as state troopers serving communities across the commonwealth.

Cadet Class 107 reported to the KSP Academy on May 17 and completed 24 weeks of intensive academic instruction and practical training designed to prepare them for the challenges of modern law enforcement. Cadets in the class underwent more than 1,000 hours of classroom and field study in subjects such as constitutional law, juvenile and traffic law, use of force, weapons training, defensive tactics, first aid, high speed vehicle pursuit, criminal investigation, computer literacy, hostage negotiations, evidence collection, radio procedures, search and seizure, crash investigation, drug identification, traffic control, crowd control, armed robbery response, electronic crimes, sex crimes, hate crimes, domestic violence, bomb threats and hazardous materials.
During today’s ceremony, KSP Commissioner Phillip Burnett Jr. commended Cadet Class 107 for their dedication to complete the academy and answer the call to serve the commonwealth: “Becoming a Kentucky State Police Trooper takes grit, determination and a genuine commitment to the people we serve. Each member of this class has demonstrated the ability to rise to challenges and uphold the expectations of this profession.”

The Cadet Class 107 graduate assigned to Post 8 is:

Ryan Davidson, London, Ky.

To see the full list of Cadet Class 107 graduates, visit KSP’s website.

As they begin their assignments, these troopers will carry forward KSP’s mission to enhance public safety through service, integrity and professionalism. Their work will include building partnerships to prevent and deter crime, improving highway safety through education and enforcement, protecting property and safeguarding the rights of all individuals.

The Kentucky State Police remains dedicated to recruiting, training and supporting a professional, diverse, and well-equipped workforce to serve the Commonwealth. Those interested in pursuing a career as a Kentucky State Police trooper are encouraged to visit the agency’s website for more information.

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