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Hazardous Materials Response Unit Provides Specialized Support for Hazmat Incidents Across Arizona

The Arizona Department of Public Safety's (AZDPS) Hazardous Materials Response Unit (HMRU) is dedicated to providing statewide response and support for incidents related to hazardous materials (hazmat), radiological materials, and weapons of mass destruction.

Wednesday, September 27, 2023 - 3:02pm
Trooper Helps Rescue Orphaned Baby Burro on Highway Near Lake Pleasant

On Tuesday, September 5, 2023, a female burro and her day-old foal were on State Route 74 near Lake Pleasant when she was struck by a car and killed. The small male foal survived with minor injuries and remained nearby.

Wednesday, September 13, 2023 - 2:21pm
Remembering Service Canine Fallon

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) service canine Fallon. Fallon, a beloved member of the AZDPS family, was 9.5 years old and served with the department since 2015.

Friday, August 18, 2023 - 10:15am
Granddaughter of Fallen AZDPS Officer Completes 320-Mile "Police Unity Tour" Bike Ride

On Sunday, May 7, 2023, AZDPS motor troopers proudly escorted Andrea Rebel to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport as she departed for the East Coast to participate in the 2023 Police Unity Tour (Chapter 1 – Northern NJ).

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 - 9:22am
AZDPS Mourns Passing of Trooper Taron Maddux

It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) Trooper Taron S. Maddux, #10233. Trooper Maddux passed away peacefully on April 29, 2023, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Friday, May 5, 2023 - 2:14pm
Sergeant Simon Makes His Final 10-7 Call After 30 Years of Service

On Friday, March 17, 2023, Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) Sergeant Tom Simon retired after 30 years of dedicated service to the State of Arizona.

Tuesday, May 2, 2023 - 1:55pm
Retired Colonel Heston Silbert Receives 2022 Chief of the Year Award from Arizona Association of Chiefs of Police

Congratulations to recently retired Colonel Heston Silbert, who was named 2022 Chief of the Year by the Arizona Association of Chiefs of Police (AACOP) today!

Colonel Silbert was honored during the AACOP Meeting and Luncheon held in Mesa this morning, January 27, 2023.

Friday, January 27, 2023 - 3:28pm
Troopers Rescue Motorist Trapped in Flood Waters

On Monday, January 2, 2023, AZDPS Air Rescue was requested by the Gila County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) to assist with the rescue of a motorist stranded in flood waters in Tonto Creek.

Tuesday, January 10, 2023 - 11:52am
Farewell to the Last Crown Victoria at AZDPS

It’s off to retirement for the last in-service Crown Victoria at the Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS). After going for a special “farewell” patrol shift in Phoenix recently, this classic cop car assigned to our Agency Support Division was stripped of its police equipment and delivered

Wednesday, December 14, 2022 - 12:10pm
Help Prevent Secondary Collisions by Moving Minor Incidents Off of the Highway

Do you know what to do if you’re involved in a minor crash on an Arizona highway?

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 - 10:11am
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