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State Police Seek Volunteers to Participate in Training Exercises

The Michigan State Police (MSP) are seeking members of the public to volunteer as role players in scenario-based training for its upcoming Trooper Recruit School. The goal is to create a diverse pool of volunteers, reflective of Michigan’s population, to … Read more

Michigan State Police Launch Public Safety Data Dashboard

In an effort to present public safety data in accessible and actionable ways, the Michigan State Police (MSP) has launched a new Dashboard Portal, available at https://www.michigan.gov/msp/divisions/cjic/dashboard-portal. The first dataset to be added to the portal is statewide crime data … Read more

Michigan’s Overall Crash Numbers Fell in 2023

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Dennis Raymo for the information in this story.) The number of overall traffic crashes and fatalities on Michigan roadways fell slightly in 2023, according to recently released data from the Michigan State Police Criminal … Read more

State Launches ‘Stop a Plot’ Campaign

Recognizing warning signs and taking action to report suspicious behavior are the key messages of the Michigan State Police’s new public awareness campaign aimed at educating people on how to potentially “Stop a Plot.” “While no single law or initiative … Read more

Michigan Seat Belt Use Rate Fell Slightly in 2023

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Dennis Raymo for the information in this story.) Michigan’s seat belt use rate fell slightly in 2023, according to results from a grant-funded, direct-observation study conducted by Michigan State University. In 2023, Michigan’s seat … Read more

Prepare for Winter Emergencies

The Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) is encouraging Michiganders to make winter emergency preparedness a priority. “Much of the state has already had its first taste of winter this year,” said Capt. Kevin Sweeney, deputy … Read more

Michigan Traffic Fatalities Remain High 

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Dennis Raymo for the information in this story.) Michigan traffic crash deaths remained above 1,100 according to recently released data from the Michigan State Police Criminal Justice Information Center. The 1,123 fatalities recorded in … Read more

MSP Warns About Cryptocurrency and Bitcoin Scams

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and the Michigan State Police (MSP) Cyber Section are joining to highlight the dangers of cryptocurrency scams. Fraudsters using crypto scams commonly target older and vulnerable adults, but Michiganders of all ages have been victimized … Read more

State Police Encourage Caution and Patience after Ice Storm

The Michigan State Police (MSP) reminds citizens to use extreme caution as recovery efforts are underway after a winter storm brought snow, wind, and ice, leading to power outages, downed trees, and power lines. As of 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Consumers … Read more

Michigan State Police launch transparency website

Michigan State Police (MSP) Director Col. Joe Gasper recently announced the creation of www.michigan.gov/MSPtransparency,  a new transparency and accountability webpage that provides people with easy access to information about the administration and operation of the MSP. Information includes department policies, … Read more

Sept. 20: Thank a Police Officer Day

On Saturday, Sept. 20, please stop and remember all the hard working police officers not only in our community, but also throughout the country. Please thank members of the Chelsea Police Department, Michigan State Police or Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office … Read more