Indiana State Police Troopers from the Versailles Post were honored during an awards ceremony Friday in Indianapolis. The awards, presented by Indiana State Police Superintendent Douglas Carter, recognized troopers from around the state who have performed their jobs with integrity, service, and professionalism and at many times went above and beyond the call of duty.

Troopers who work in our area were among those honored. They include:

The Versailles District ‘Trooper of the Year’ award went to Senior Trooper Randel Miller. Miller is a 10-year veteran of the force. Officials say that Trp. Miller, along with his K-9 partner ‘Jinx,’ patrol the district, adding that Miller is regularly among the district leaders in criminal arrests.

Trooper Christopher Lockman, a six-year veteran of the Indiana State Police, was honored with an ISP “Lifesaving Award”for his actions on February 19th of this year in Jackson County. Officials say that on this day, Trp. Lockman, who is the assistant squad leader of the Indiana State Police-South Zone Dive Team, along with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department, successfully rescued two people who were stranded in a capsized boat in the White River near Seymour.

Trooper Korry Clark, an eight-year veteran of the Indiana State Police, was presented with an award for being the Versailles District’s top DUI Enforcement Trooper of the Year for 2016. ISP says that Trp. Clark arrested 79 intoxicated drivers while patrolling the roads of Bartholomew and Jackson Counties last year.

All troopers who received awards were given plaques to recognize their achievements.