 Through his hard work and dedication to public safety, Trooper Hunter Manning has been selected as the “2017 Trooper of the District†for the Evansville District. Manning received his award earlier today at the Indiana State Police Spring Awards Ceremony held at the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis. This award is presented to the Trooper at each district who has achieved outstanding enforcement efforts in the area of traffic and criminal enforcement, case and crash investigation, public information programs and community service and who has exemplified the professionalism and integrity expected of an Indiana State Trooper.
Manning is a four-year veteran and is currently assigned to the Evansville District All Crimes Policing Unit, which primarily concentrates on drug interdiction and DUI enforcement. During 2017, Manning arrested 103 individuals resulting in 190 criminal charges. He initiated drug offense investigations including Heroin, Methamphetamine, Marijuana and Cocaine. Manning’s traffic enforcement included over 800 traffic contacts and 27 driving while intoxicated arrests. Manning is also a Field Training Officer.
Lieutenant Brian Bailey, Commander of the Evansville District, said “Manning’s positive attitude and work ethic make him an appreciated leader in the Evansville District. He is a highly valuable asset to the community and to the Indiana State Police.â€
