2023 trooper, detective, officer of the year announced
MAYFIELD, Ky. (Sept. 28, 2024) – The Kentucky State Police honored 55 troopers and officers at the 2023 Sworn Awards for their exceptional service, protecting Kentucky’s 120 counties. The awards recognized heroic acts from 2023, a year in which KSP responded to over 407,000 requests for assistance, including wellness checks during extreme weather and efforts combating the drug epidemic.
KSP Commissioner Phillip Burnett Jr. praised the troopers’ dedication, saying, “Whether it was a heroic act in the face of danger or a moment of compassion, each of you demonstrated what it means to serve with honor.”
Among the honorees were Detective Jay Dunn, Post 1 Detective of the Year, and Trooper Casey Hamby, Post 1 Trooper of the Year. Post 1 Commander Captain David Archer commended their work, saying, “Their actions build upon the tradition of service for which Post 1 is known.”
