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Two area Indiana State troopers were honored at a ceremony Wednesday.
The Indiana State Police held an awards and recognition ceremony in Indianapolis. The ceremony publicly recognized the accomplishments and sacrifices of the Indiana State Police employees from around the state. Two local troopers were recognized at the ceremony.
Trooper Chad Babbs was recognized as the 2023 Indiana State Police Peru Post Trooper of the District. The award is given annually to the trooper that personifies integrity, professionalism, and a well-rounded work ethic. Babbs was selected by the command staff at the Peru Post for his dedication to his job, traffic and criminal enforcement, community involvement, instructor ratings, specialty assignments, and other services provided by the officer that exceed department expectations. In 2023, Babbs had 284 criminal arrests with 76 of those being felony. Babbs investigated over 111 criminal cases, worked 14 crashes, answered 461 calls for service, and initiated 933 traffic stops. Babbs has worked for the Indiana State Police for seven years and primarily works in Miami County.
Trooper Dustin Powers received the Indiana State Police Peru District Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Award for his commitment to removing impaired drivers from the Indiana roadways. In 2023, Powers led the Peru Post with 31 impaired driver arrests. Powers exemplifies the professionalism and integrity expected of Indiana State Police troopers. Powers’ actions continue to make the roadways safer for the citizens of Indiana. He has worked with the Indiana State Police Department for two years and primarily works in Wabash County.
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