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November 8, 2024, Press Release from the Ohio State Highway Patrol: Columbus The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s 174th Academy Class graduated today after 30 weeks of intense training. Director Andy Wilson, Ohio Department of Public Safety; and Colonel Charles A. Jones, Patrol superintendent; provided remarks. United States Marshal Michael D. Black, Southern District of Ohio, delivered the commencement address to the 40 members of the Patrol’s 174th Academy Class. Judge David A. Trimmer, Fairfield County Court of Common Pleas, issued the Oath of Office. Courses completed by the 174th class include crash investigation, criminal and traffic law, detection of impaired drivers, firearms, physical fitness, self-defense, and emergency vehicle operations.