Local Area Wisconsin State Troopers Sworn In

Two area men are among 42 new troopers joining the Wisconsin State Patrol. The 66th Recruiting Class was officially sworn into duty at a graduation ceremony in La Crosse. Among the officers were Dettrick Zimmerman of Blanchardville and Justin Luangaram of Monroe. The officers just completed 26 weeks of training in traffic and criminal laws, emergency vehicle operations, firearms proficiency, crisis management and lifesaving skills. After graduating from the State Patrol Academy, new officers are assigned to one of the State Patrol’s seven regional posts. Governor Tony Evers joined the ceremony – thanking and congratulating the latest recruiting class.