Troopers had a lot of fun today with kids at the St. Ignace Basketball Cop event. The kids did too!
Thanks to all who helped make this event possible, including St. Ignace schools for the use of their facilities.
MSP Eighth District
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MSP Eighth District
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MSP public information for the Upper Peninsula.
Joined February 2021
- The St. Ignace Basketball Cop event is tomorrow but has changed locations to St. Ignace Elementary/Middle School, 429 Portage Street in St. Ignace. The times have also changed to 1:00-5:00 p.m. Join MSP troopers, local police, and more for this free, family-friendly event.
- MSP Eighth District reposted
EB and WB M-28 between US-141 and Korpi Rd All Lanes Open Baraga County - MSP Eighth District repostedUpdate: EB and WB M-28 between US-141 and Korpi Rd Roadway Closed Due to a Crash Baraga County
- Luce County, Michigan. Troopers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Sault Ste. Marie Post arrested a woman for allegedly unlawfully entering a home in Newberry and stealing property from within the residence. On June 3, 2026, at approximately 5:30 p.m., troopers were dispatched
- Replying to @MSPEighthDistThe Michigan State Police (MSP) is providing an update regarding the June 2, 2026, incident involving a shooting in the City of Marquette and a subsequent pursuit of the suspect by MSP. The suspect, 31-year-old Trevor Caponcello Restivo of Marquette, was arraigned today, June 5,
- For teens, summer means more time with friends, fun activities, and more driving. 😎 Young drivers are more likely to be involved in crashes though. Make every trip a safe one! Buckle up, limit passengers, and put your phone away when driving. More: michigan.gov/msp/divisions/…
GIF - Houghton County, Michigan. The Michigan State Police (MSP) Calumet Post is investigating a fatal drowning that occurred in Hancock Township. On June 3, 2026, at approximately 9:30 a.m., troopers were dispatched to a report of a deceased individual in the waters of Lake Superior
- Replying to @MSPEighthDistTemporary Road Closure Update: US-41 through Negaunee has been reopened.
- Marquette County, Michigan. There is an increased police presence in the area of the Krist gas station on US-41 in Negaunee as Michigan State Police (MSP) personnel, along with assisting law enforcement agencies, complete an investigation. There is no current danger to the
- Replying to @MSPEighthDistMichigan DNR burn restrictions website here: dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits/ DNR fire safety and prevention tips located here: michigan.gov/dnr/firealert
- Conditions are very dry across the U.P. right now. There is currently a U.P. wide burn ban in effect, so please avoid burning for now. Troopers from the Sault Ste Marie Post responded to two fires yesterday. Yesterday on June 1, 2026, troopers observed black smoke coming from
- Congratulations F/Lt Shaw and thank you for your service! Enjoy your well-earned retirement!Today, we celebrate F/Lt. Mike Shaw of the Communications and Outreach Division who is retiring after 31 years of service! For the past 13 years, F/Lieutenant Shaw served as the Public Information Officer for the MSP Second District and ran the @mspmetrodet account.
