FRANKFORT, Ky. (Oct. 30, 2026) – Today, 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 graduates assigned to Post 7, RICHMOND are: Jonathan Collett, Annville, Ky. Grayson Domidion, Lancaster, Ky. Riley Mullins, Jackson, Ky. Tyler Whitaker, Beattyville, Ky. To see the full list of Cadet Class 107 graduates, visit KSP’s website. Thirteen cadets, including Jonathan Collett, Riley Mullins and Tyler Whitaker, earned their associate degree in General Occupational and Technical Studies from Bluegrass Community and Technical College during their 24 weeks at the training academy. These cadets benefited from the new hiring guidelines established by the state legislature in 2017. Through this revision, anyone who possesses a high school diploma or GED, and has three years of full-time work experience can apply for employment as a KSP Trooper and earn an associate degree during the training process.
KSP Post 7 Commander, Captain Scott Felder is excited to welcome 4 new troopers to Richmond. Captain Felder said: “We are proud to welcome Trooper Collett, Trooper Domidion, Trooper Mullins, and Trooper Whitaker to our Post family as they begin serving the citizens of the Post 7 area. Their commitment to serving others will make a positive impact in our communities and we look forward to supporting them as they grow throughout their careers with the Kentucky State Police.” 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. # # #
This story is based on information released by KSP Post 7.
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