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The Public Affairs Unit is responsible for the Colorado State Patrol's media and public relations efforts and serves as official spokesperson for the agency.

CSP Headquarters - Denver, CO
Joined March 2009
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
6 years
Happy 5th of July to everyone that woke up in their own bed this morning because they DIDN’T get a DUI last night. Well done.
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We shall never forget. We will choose to celebrate life. Forever in our hearts. #Columbine
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Colorado State Patrol
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Forever in our hearts, we remember. #Columbine
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Colorado State Patrol
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This is what a hero looks like. We stand with Boulder PD.
@boulderpolice
Boulder Police Dept.
3 years
Rest In peace Officer Eric Talley. Your service will never be forgotten #BoulderShooting
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
2 years
This is not your average wind. This is push-you-out-of-your-lane-knock-your-vehicle-over kind of wind. Be prepared!
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
2 years
*WARNING: REAL DASH CAM FOOTAGE* Move Over. Pay attention. Real lives are at risk, including yours. This could have been worse.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Left lane still causing confusion? Watch this!
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Everybody remain calm! This is not a drill! Remember when we had snow, like, five months ago: slow down, leave space, and give yourself time! #cowx
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
It’s called an *ON* ramp for a reason! ACCELERATE!
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
4 years
Following @GovofCO 's recommendation, State Troopers will begin wearing masks while continuing to serve the public. We wear a mask to protect you and you wear a mask to protect us. This one is even donut scented to keep us energized! 🤤🍩🤤 😷 #coloradomaskproject 😷 #DoingMyPartCO
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
4 years
7 pm moment of silence and lights for the tribute to all the lives lost from COVID-19. We will continue this each Friday at 7 pm through May.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
This is the hero that rushed toward danger, and gave his life to save others. Your duty is over, Sergeant Helus...we have the call. #EOW
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Happy #NationalDonutDay ! The greatest of all days! (Trust us...we’re the professionals.)
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
RELEASE: Information regarding fallen Colorado State Patrol Corporal Dan Groves.
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Colorado State Patrol
3 years
This mysterious truck just showed up at our HQ. Is this a trap? It feels like a trap. We'd better do a thorough inspection...for safety.
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Trooper William Moden loved his family and loved being a Colorado State Trooper. Our hearts are heavy and he will be sorely missed.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Never forgotten. 💙
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Colorado State Patrol
3 years
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of the Boulder Police Officer that was killed while responding to save others in the shooting that occurred today. Please keep their family, department, the families of the other victims, and the community in your thoughts and prayers.
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
A grateful mother called us. Her 17yo daughter broke down on EB I70 in traffic. Trooper Furman pushed her to the shoulder. Moments later a semi raced through her lane where she had been, hitting cars & exploding into flames. She escaped injury. Small deeds can have big results
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
6 years
We may not always have agreed with his driving, but these Smokeys will sure miss him.
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Colorado State Patrol
6 years
If you’re being passed on the right, you’re doing it wrong. Help avoid road rage and use the lanes correctly!
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
With overwhelming sadness we can confirm that a Trooper with the Colorado State Patrol was struck and killed in the line of duty tonight. We ask you keep their family, our CSP family, first responders on scene, and all others affected in your thoughts and prayers.
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
#HappyNewYear ⁠ ⁠ to everyone that woke up in their own bed this morning because they DIDN’T get a DUI last night. Well done.
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
So, this aged well. But to answer your question, @NEStatePatrol : yes, we did see several. And now they’re all eastbound with their tails tucked. #Buffs #GoodGame
@NEStatePatrol
Nebraska State Patrol
5 years
Hey @CSP_News , seeing a lot of Nebraska license plates today? #GBR #Huskers
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
6 years
If you're in the left lane and not passing or you're being passed on the right you are DOING IT WRONG. Also: the green guy is following too close. Don't be that guy either. #ProperDrivingEtiquette
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
2 years
Sometimes, this job is more than just helping humans. “Mom and Dad” were in a crash (thankfully non-injury) and these guys needed a ride down to the tow yard, to be reunited with their family. #PathForward "
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Not every hero wears a cape. Some have a lot of orange though. Thank you to @ColoradoDOT for their heroic efforts around the clock for days to help keep our roadways as clear and safe as possible. 👏👏
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Colorado State Patrol
4 years
Homemade DIY instructions don't explain how to make these for some reason... Mask up to keep yourself and others safe! 😷 @CSFDPIO #ColoradoMaskProject #DoingMyPartCO
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Colorado State Patrol
3 years
All our love to the @ArvadaPolice and the family, blood and blue, of their fallen officer. We stand with you.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Seriously...every vehicle has them. Why are we still discussing this?
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Colorado State Patrol
2 years
Forever remembered. Forever in our hearts. #Columbine
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Hmm. Might have to spend some hours investigating this one. Could be days spent there. Weeks even.
@BevansJoe
Joe Bevans
5 years
Woman mistakes gas for brake , smashes into Amy's Donuts on East Fountain, no injuries.
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Colorado State Patrol
4 years
We recommend not driving today if possible. And while we can’t force you to stay home, we can entice it: imagine a nice, warm, three day weekend that starts with extra blankets, a warm beverage, and uninterrupted tv binging. You can’t get that on the side of the road. #cowx
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Colorado State Patrol
4 years
Saying goodbye after 45 years? Please excuse us, we have some dust in our eyes. Be well, good sir. You have most certainly earned your retirement.
@CBSNewsColorado
CBSColorado
4 years
After 45 Years Of Service, Colorado State Patrol Trooper Keith Hoey Retires
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Until we meet again, sir. Rest easy...the watch is ours. 💙
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
2 years
Look, it’s never smart to speed, but bad weather is rolling in and the roads are going to get bad. So be prepared and take it slow, alright, meow?
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Colorado State Patrol
6 years
THIS is the public servant critically hurt serving his community. The story should always be about him, the prayers for him, the support for his agency and his family, both blood and blue. Stay strong, Officer Duzel. You are needed. #ThinBlueLine
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
If only there was a way to somehow... signal... your intentions...
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
When's the last time you heard about a donut recall? Just sayin'... 🍩
@KOAA
KOAA News5
5 years
Here we go again...Another new E. Coli break out forces the CDC to recall romaine lettuce.
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Colorado State Patrol
2 years
Employers: please keep watch on the incoming snow and consider releasing your people early today, before it hits hard during the evening commute. #JustASuggestion #SlowInTheSnow #COwx
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
We pledge to bend but not break, but today...our hearts are broken.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
3 years
...and to all a good night.
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Even in the darkest situations, there are plenty of unseen heroes willing to #BeTheGood . We love this.
@EvanKruegel
Evan Kruegel
5 years
WAY TO GO: A witness just sent me this video of civilians helping firefighters get a hose over a fence and to the highway to help with the disaster on I-70 today. 👍 @KDVR
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
4 years
We're grateful to have the opportunity to serve here everyday.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Brendan Bialy. Kendrick Castillo. Josh Jones. These are the names to remember. These are heroes. These are the ones that show us what #STEMStrong really means.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
6 years
Over 30 years of service, you will be greatly missed, Trooper Nuci. 10-42, sir. Thank you for your devotion.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Ok, Peyton, we will make you a deal: if you go meet Jackson, we will drive you and even let you turn on the lights to our car. #peytonmanningmeetjackson
@lionelbienvenu
Lionel Bienvenu
5 years
10-year old Jackson Frank of Parker is battling a cancer called Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor. His only wish right now is to meet Peyton Manning. Don't know if we can make that happen but we can try. Facebook page -- #peytonmanningmeetjackson @bstokley14
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
2 years
Thank you to those having Thanksgiving dinner in patrol cars, fire engines, dispatch consoles, ambulance bays, and other locations away from their families to serve us all. #Thankful
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
To every mother and mother figure out there: thanks for raising us, teaching us, scaring us a little, and helping us succeed. Mom = hero. #HappyMothersDay
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
2 years
Sgt. Dan Gilmore just got star number *7* on his sleeve. Stationed in Troop 2C/Lamar, Sgt. Gilmore was hired Jan. 5, 1987. Help us congratulate him on this special anniversary!
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
4 years
He didn’t think anyone was watching or would know it was him, but this trooper was caught clearing the crosswalk at a nearby elementary school. #NeverMissAnOpportunityToServe
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Colorado State Patrol
2 months
With the impending snow storm, make sure you complete any grocery shopping or things that you would hold off until the morning, such as filling up your vehicle with fuel. Watch your weather app for any changes, and for road conditions and closures.
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Colorado State Patrol
6 years
Hey Trooper Lewis, did you hear @kelly_clarkson is coming to Colorado? (High pitches squealing) “Really?! One free ‘get out of jail’ card to whomever gets me backstage to meet her!”* #TrooperLewisLovesKC *not binding or real except in Monopoly
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
4 years
Did you know that you can use mild soap or dish detergent to break down the fatty layer that holds the COVID-19 virus together? Even if you don't have disinfectant wipes, make sure you clean your car too. #DoingMyPartCO
@CSP_LaJunta
CSP La Junta&Lamar
4 years
My new routine before I start my shift, to help keep you and me safe. #CSPDoingMy PartCO
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Turn signals: the little thing that makes a BIG difference!
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Colorado State Patrol
6 years
Why does everyone want the #lipsyncbattle done so bad? Seriously? Let’s be a little professional here, mmkay? #OfCourseItsKellyClarkson #lipsyncchallenge
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Colorado State Patrol
4 years
Our deepest condolences go out to the Commerce City Police Department and the families of both the officer and other victim in this crash. We are seeking information from any witnesses to the crash. Please call 303-239-4501 if you have any information about this crash.
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Colorado State Patrol
3 years
"A dedicated [CSP sergeant] who helped reunite a kidnapped child with her family, bought tires for a stranded motorist, adopted five children and fostered another 39 turned in his badge Tuesday after nearly 24 years of service." Article via @ChieftainNews :
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Colorado State Patrol
6 years
We will make this (ahem) as basic as can be: if you’re not actively passing, safely move out of the lane. #MemeMonday
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
6 years
It's okay to not be okay. It's okay to talk to someone. It's okay to get help. It's okay to reach out. Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay but we should talk about this every day. If you or someone needs help: 800-662-HELP(4357) or text: 741741. Please RT to share this info.
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Ok, we will just say it: tomorrow is going to be miserable. If you can work from home, do so. If you can avoid going out, do so. If you can stay off the road, do so. We will be out, but frankly: we'd rather not see you.
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Hmm. What a shame. Do ya know what's never given anyone salmonella? That's right. Donuts. 🍩
@DenverChannel
Denver7 News
5 years
Dole is recalling bags of baby spinach after a random test sample from a batch tested positive for Salmonella, the FDA says.
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
In honor of Corporal Dan Groves we have a patrol car outside at our Greeley office. If you would like to leave a memento on it, the car will be available until the funeral.
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
No better office view in the world.
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Colorado State Patrol
4 years
#SocialDistancing to help prevent the spread of #COVID19colorado is how I’m #DoingMyPartCO . Be prepared, not panicked.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
No matter how well we prepare, it is never prepared enough to say goodbye. #WillModen
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Colorado State Patrol
4 years
We can't say this enough, we are not conducting COVID-19 checkpoints or traffic stops. Please watch this brief video about police impersonators and things to look for.
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
The more people on the road, the higher likelihood of crashes happening today. We are giving you complete permission*, 100% guaranteed*, no questions asked* to STAY HOME TODAY. (*we can’t actually guarantee anything or give real permission...but we HIGHLY RECOMMEND it!)
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Colorado State Patrol
2 years
We're not going to say we work in the best place on Earth...but yeah, we work in the best place on Earth! Happy #EarthDay !
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Colorado State Patrol
6 years
We can tell you what they provide right now: flat views of corn fields 100 miles in each direction, and several highways that exit Kansas into Colorado (where you really want to be).
@TrooperBenKHP
Trooper Ben
6 years
Don’t listen to them. Come talk with the @kshighwaypatrol and what we provide. #SavageTweet . 😘
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Colorado State Patrol
3 years
While protecting another crash scene, one of our vehicles was struck on I70 near mile marker 213 this morning at about 9:00 AM. The trooper inside sustained minor injuries. This has to stop. Slow down. Move over. Save lives.
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Colorado State Patrol
4 years
Move Over, Slow Down, Drop the Distraction and SAVE A LIFE! If you can't move over, you must slow down by 20 MPH if the speed limit is 45 MPH or more. If the speed limit is 40 MPH or less, slow down to 25 MPH or less. Together we all go home safe.
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Colorado State Patrol
4 years
Master Trooper William Moden June 14, 2019
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
6 years
We love this place.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
4 years
It’s dangerous to you, it’s dangerous to others. Clear ALL the snow and ice off before driving! #cowx
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
How to properly consume candy corn.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
3 years
See this guy on the motorcycle? Don't be this guy. Lane splitting is illegal in Colorado (and dangerous everywhere)
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
3 years
The rules of winter and snow driving haven't changed since the last time it hit the ground: slow down! Be patient! Give yourself extra room! We got this!
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
We strongly encourage employers to consider either fully cancelling work today, or at least allow employees a half day and to go home by noon. The fewer cars on the road during bad weather, the better. #snow
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Colorado State Patrol
3 years
The best way to drive in snow? DON’T.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Employers: please consider if you actually NEED to be open today and tomorrow. Consider closing, opening late/closing early to allow employees better/staggered travel times, and above all: the safety of your people over profits.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
4 years
Be it a patrol car, dispatch center, firehouse, ambulance, ER/hospital, or countless others that work to keep the holidays bright: we salute you and thank you for your selfless service today. #Thanksgiving
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Colorado State Patrol
6 years
We had a safety message to deliver, but can’t recall it now...(if you don’t get this, you’re probably not a nerd) #ImpossibleAstronautDay #DoctorWho
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Nine deaths in less than 72 hours, and 600 so far in 2018, drives Chief Packard to address the epidemic of roadway fatalities.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
1 year
Bad weather is inevitable, so let's do our best to keep ourselves -and others- as safe as possible. A little courtesy (and some reduced speeds) can go a long way. #cowx
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
We’re not ready to say goodbye, but we’re grateful we had the chance to know you, Cpl. Groves.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
3 years
The shape of the badge and color of the uniform make no difference: we are thankful for, and proud to be, the women and men that serve and protect daily.
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Colorado State Patrol
2 years
Still confused about the new bicycle safety stop law? Cyclists are allowed to treat stop lights as stop signs, and stop signs as yield signs. Drivers should be aware of these changes, and EVERYONE should work together to keep our roadways safe!
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Since losing Cpl. Dan Groves, we have received numerous pictures, graphics, and tributes. We wanted to share a few with you and let the senders and artists know we deeply appreciate your work and acknowledgment of our fallen hero.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
2 years
Troopers are human. We have lives and accomplishments we want to achieve. And, families that want us home. Please, #MoveOver when you see the lights.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
4 years
This picture of over 60 police, fire, EMS, and other public service vehicles is making the rounds to remind people to #MoveOver . Our families want us to come home at the end of shift, too.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
6 years
Our blue hearts are broken for the @AdamsCoSheriff . You have our support, you have our love. 🖤💙🖤
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Colorado State Patrol
3 years
We give thanks to those willing to have their #Thanksgiving meals in patrol cars, fire houses, ambulance bays, ER desks, dispatch consoles, and so many other places in order to serve EVERY day.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
4 years
As wildfires continue to rage and ravage our state, we express our gratitude to the heroic efforts of firefighters everywhere working tirelessly for us all. THANK YOU, FIREFIGHTERS!
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
6 years
And yet again, we shall arise, and place ourselves between the order and chaos. Though our hearts be broken, our heads are high, and our determination...unwavering.
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@CSP_News
Colorado State Patrol
1 year
From our family to yours, a very Merry Christmas.
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Colorado State Patrol
4 years
We want to thank our communities for working hard to help save lives during this trying time. Please don't stop now and continue to do your part! #SaferAtHome
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Colorado State Patrol
4 years
It doesn't quite work when a Motor Officer tries to work from home... We are still out working, along with other essential employees. Please limit your trips to those that are necessary and stay safe by obeying the speed limits. #DoingMyPartCO
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
Low on blinker fluid? We got you covered! FREE BLINKER FLUID COUPON!!
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Colorado State Patrol
5 years
WE ALREADY TALKED ABOUT NOT DOING THIS! 😤🤬
@KDVR
FOX31 Denver KDVR
5 years
Driver who crashed while blindfolded was participating in 'Bird Box Challenge'
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