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Indianapolis – In a ceremony held this afternoon at the Government Center in Indianapolis, a Pendleton District Trooper was honored for his work and dedication in 2015. Trooper Thomas Ratliff, a four year member of the Indiana State Police, was honored as the Indiana State Police “Trooper of The Year” for 2015, as well as " 2015 Trooper of the Year" for the Pendleton District.

The “Trooper of the Year” award is presented each year to a trooper who has achieved outstanding enforcement efforts in the areas of traffic and criminal enforcement, case and crash investigation, public information programs and community service, and who has exemplified the professionalism and integrity of an Indiana State Trooper. Troopers are nominated by their supervisors at the district level.

In 2015 Trooper Ratliff led the Pendleton District in DUI (Driving Under the Influence) enforcement; was certified in Methamphetamine lab investigation, processing and cleanup; was a member of the Pendleton District Tactical Intervention Platoon and was also a Field Training Officer, responsible for training new troopers to the district.

Pendleton District Sergeant Robert Cross, who nominated Ratliff, said “During Trooper Ratliff's career he has certainly made a positive impact on others within District 51 and his community, as he serves the Indiana State Police in an honorable and respectful capacity.”

Trooper Ratliff was given an engraved plaque by Indiana State Police Superintendent Doug Carter, recognizing him for his accomplishments in 2015. Trooper Ratliff is assigned to Henry and Rush Counties in the Pendleton District.

NOTE: A photograph of Trooper Thomas Ratliff is attached.