Three ISP Peru Post Troopers Honored at Awards Ceremony

Indianapolis, Ind. – Friday, the Indiana State Police Department held an awards and recognition ceremony in Indianapolis. The ceremony publicly recognized the achievements and deeds of self sacrifice and accomplishments that all too often go without the proper recognition. Forty people from around the state, were honored for their dedication to service, bravery, devotion to the department and the citizens of Indiana.  Three troopers assigned to the Indiana State Police Peru Post were recognized at the ceremony. Master Trooper Donald White, who works from the Indiana State Police Peru Post, was recognized as the 2016 Trooper of the District. The award is given annually to the trooper that personifies integrity, professionalism, and a well rounded work ethic. White was selected by the command staff at the Peru District for dedication to his job, traffic and criminal enforcement, community involvement, instructor ratings, specialty assignments, and other services performed for the department beyond normal expectations. White has worked for the state police for 19 years. He patrols primarily in Grant County. Trooper Ben Reason received a commendation award for extraordinary conduct and exemplary professionalism for an event that occurred on December 17, 2016. On that date, officers from the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department requested canine assistance for a residential alarm in southern Elkhart County. The deputies had encountered a male suspect who was hiding in the attic space of the home. The suspect was armed with a gun, and threatened to shoot officers. Trooper Ben Reason, along with his canine, Cartoush, arrived at the scene along with the ISP SWAT team. Reason deployed Cartoush, into the attic, ahead of the SWAT team. Shortly thereafter, the suspect was located by Cartoush and apprehended by the SWAT team. Trooper Reason’s actions and dedication to duty are in keeping with the finest traditions of law enforcement and brought great credit upon himself and the Indiana State Police. Reason has served with the Indiana State Police for four years. He is a canine handler f or the Peru District. Trooper Steven Glass, also assigned to the Indiana State Police Peru District, received the Indiana State Police Life Award and the Indiana State Police District DUI Award for his commitment to removing impaired drivers from Indiana roadways. In 2016, he led the Peru District and the Indiana State Police Department with 161 impaired driving arrests. This followed Glass arresting 172 impaired drivers in 2015. He has served with the Indiana State Police Department for almost three years. He patrols primarily in Miami County “Troopers working from the ISP Peru Post perform exemplary and brave work on a daily basis,” stated Lieutenant Jeremy Kelly, commander of the Indiana State Police Peru Post. “The recognition these officers received is justly deserved.” Three photos attached. 1) White 2) Glass 3) Reason