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🗣️ Even as a passenger, you can play a role in keeping everyone safe on the road. Have you ever been nervous riding with someone who drives recklessly? A dangerous situation could be prevented with even a gentle intervention. #PassengerSafety #SlowDownTN

Speeding can leave a trail of destruction, just look at the damage. #SlowDownTN

New Editions to the Fleet! 🚨 Trooper Sanchez will be operating the first THP F-150 in #easttennessee The addition of these trucks across the state will serve as useful tools in rural/mountainous Troops, to better serve you, the public!

Making improvements to Tennessee roadways can help reduce the number of traffic fatalities in our state each year. By slowing down in work zones, we can help keep our Tennessee Road Builders safe while they make the roads safer for us. #SlowDownTN

🚨 Troopers in Bedford County recently conducted a sobriety checkpoint to help keep our roads safe. Every impaired driver removed is a potential life saved. Drive sober. Plan ahead. Make it home safe. #DriveSober #THP #StaySafeTN

HIT & RUN – MCMINN COUNTY A motorcyclist was hit early this morning. The driver left the scene. Lt. Cecil Harvey of @THPChattanooga explains what we know and how you can help. 📞 Call 423-954-2130 or *THP with any tips—24/7.

Speeding wastes more gas, lowers vehicle control, reduces the effectiveness of vehicle safety features like seat belts, and puts everyone on the road in danger. There are no winners when it comes to speeding. #SlowDownTN

🚨 Trp. Maxwell stopped this motorcyclist for going 104 MPH!! 🏍️💨 🚓💨 Excessive speed puts everyone at risk — slow down and ride responsibly. Your life and the lives of others depend on it. #SlowDownTN

Troopers will be holding checkpoints during the month of August to detect impaired driving. Please designate a sober driver and never drive under the influence. tn.gov/content/dam/tn…

Some signs you just can’t afford to miss. ⚠️ #SlowDownTN

You don’t have a need for speed. Unlike the movies, speeding has real-life consequences. Speeding Catches Up With You. , For more info on Speed Related Crashes, visit: bit.ly/44hLFoF#SlowDo… #DriveSafeTN

Tennessee law requires drivers to give 3 feet of space when passing people walking or biking. If 3 feet isn’t possible, change lanes or slow down and be prepared to stop until you can pass safely. #ShareTheRoad

No amount of time is safe for a child to be left alone in a car. Prevent hot car deaths: ❌Never leave a child in a car alone. 👁️ Always check the back seat. 🔒 Lock unattended vehicle doors.

Sgt. Ellis & Trp. Garrett along with our other awesome team members had a wonderful time at the Loretto Lions emergency services wing cook off. There was a touch a truck event for the kids. Even though we didn’t place in the top 3 it was a great networking & recruiting event.

Tennessee’s beautiful backroads are meant for sharing, not for racing. #SlowDownTN

We are hiring state troopers! Are you interested in a rewarding career? If you are, apply now at bit.ly/46QipIB. You can also email our recruiting team at [email protected] if you have any questions.

Empty roads are not a free pass to speed. What’s the rush? Your own safety on the roadway is important, even if there are no other vehicles in sight. #SlowDownTN

Driving While Asleep is Hard, So Drive Awake Instead 😃 Troopers investigated an injury crash earlier this morning on SR139 in Jefferson County. The driver stated she had fallen asleep. Luckily, no other vehicles/parties involved. -Exercise Due Care -Pay Attention #arrivealive

It’s important to know what to do in a dangerous situation, such as a tire blowout. These events are uncommon, but could happen anywhere. #TireSafety

I am proud to announce the promotion of Paul "Andy" Clendenen to @THPKnoxville District Administrative Lieutenant, congratulations!