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    59 Cadets Graduate from PSP Academy, Receive New Trooper Assignments

    August 23, 2024

    Manheim, PA – Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Commissioner Col. Christopher L. Paris congratulated 59 Cadets who graduated from the PSP Academy today and officially became troopers.

    “Today is the result of a more than six-month commitment from a dedicated group of women and men who completed the intense training and extensive schooling necessary to become State Troopers,” said Col. Paris. “Their leadership, courage, and determination to succeed are an inspiration, and I am extremely proud they are joining PSP’s ongoing mission to protect and serve Pennsylvania.”

    During the ceremony for the 170th graduating class, which was held at LCBC Church in Manheim, six cadets received the following special awards and recognition:
    Zachery M. Buell: American Legion Award for all-around academic, physical, ethical, and moral qualifications;

    • Bryce A. Buckwalter: Gesford High Pistol Award for the highest score on the department’s pistol qualification course;
    • Anthony S. Giacobbe: John K. Schafer Memorial Award for the highest combined score on a series of physical skills tests;
    • Derek W. Swope: Colonel Paul J. Chylak Memorial Driver Proficiency Award for the highest proficiency in driver safety training;
    • Trevor J. Knechel: Daniel F. Dunn High Scholastic Award for the highest level of academic achievement in the class;
    • Anthony S. Giacobbe: Colonel Ronald M. Sharpe Leadership Award for exemplifying the qualities of leadership.

    The new troopers will report to the following troops on Tuesday, September 3, 2024:

    Troop A, Greensburg

    Waylon H. Fink
    Zackery K. Zimmerman

    Troop B, Washington

    Allan Bernard
    Justin E. Cramer
    Hunter T. Heaton
    Jacob C. Jesteadt
    Payton M. Zatek

    Troop C, Punxsutawney

    Zachary M. Horwat
    Dilen A. Surra

    Troop D, Butler

    Mason G. Borland
    David J. Buczek
    Derrick D. Sneed, II

    Troop E, Erie

    Lester A. Boots
    Zachery M. Buell
    Mitchell X. Luton
    Cory C. Myers
    David D. Ross
    Lee E. Woodworth

    Troop F, Montoursville

    Oakley O. Bennett
    Tyler T. Bierly
    Kevin P. Boyer
    Michael J. Maze
    Terrance J. Meehan
    Tyler J. Serafini
    Hadyn L. Swartwood
    Jarrett A. Walters

    Troop H, Harrisburg

    Dylan C. Bucior
    Joseph T. Ferraro
    Christian A. Fink
    Jarred A. John
    Carissa M. Kiapes
    Ryan N. Leib
    Kiersten D. Melder
    Derek W. Swope
    Joseph R. Weihbrecht, III
    Colin S. Wilson

    Troop J, Lancaster

    Joel D. Bence
    Blaine A. Brown
    DeAireus O. Brown
    Bryce A. Buckwalter
    Nicholas E. Kime
    Brian A. Pineda
    Ebony M. Robinson
    Shane R. Snisky
    Kurt A. Soto-Silva
    Philip H. Taylor
    Zachary M. Tice
    Andrew T. Vance
    Andrey Zhurbich

    Troop K, Philadelphia

    Daniel J. Finnegan, Jr.
    Nathanael G. Foreste, Sr.
    Trevor J. Knechel
    Keegan T. Lynch

    Troop L, Reading

    Aden L. Enders

    Troop N, Hazleton

    Susana Castillo
    Anthony S. Giacobbe
    Jacob T. Guzzi
    Justin R. Vought

    Troop P, Wilkes-Barre

    Kyle N. Pokrinchak

    For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit psp.pa.gov. To learn more about becoming a Pennsylvania State Trooper, visit patrooper.com.