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Bring It On! is Indiana’s only weekly radio program committed to exploring the people, issues and events impacting the African-American community.
Bring It On! – July 14, 2025: The Indiana State Police and African-American Achievements
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Bring It On! – July 14, 2025: The Indiana State Police and African-American Achievements
On today's edition of Bring It On!, hosts Clarence Boone and Liz Mitchell welcome Attorney Jerome Ezell, Indiana’s 3rd black appointed State Trooper. Mr. Ezell had over 50 years of service to Indiana Law Enforcement. State police are specialized law enforcement agencies that operate under state governments in the United States, distinct from local police and federal agencies. Their primary functions include highway safety, traffic control, and criminal investigations.
In the State of Indiana, a partial list of their duties includes:
* Patrol of county, state, and federal roads to detect and apprehend criminal and traffic law violators.
* Investigate vehicle crashes.
* Perform a wide variety of courtesy services.
* Make death notifications.
* Attempt to locate motorists and/or other people for the delivery of emergency information.
Indiana's 1st black state trooper was Jim Sears in 1962. At the time, State Police Superintendent Melvin Carraway said Sears was a mentor for blacks who aspired to become police officers. Sears retired as Captain in 1992 after 30 years of service. Rubin Hill became the 2nd African American trooper in 1964. Pat King was the 1st African American woman to join the Indiana State Police in the 1980s.
Attorney Jerome Ezell has played an integral role in serving our Hoosier communities. Having served in the United States Marine Corps from 1966 to 1968, Jerome joined the Indiana State Police in 1968, fulfilling his lifelong goal of becoming a state trooper. He also served as Director of Pioneers of the Indiana State Police, contributing valuable insight with over five decades of experience. We are thankful for the gallant service that Mr. Ezell and others have provided for the citizens of the State of Indiana.
Jerome Ezell, 2025
Credits:
Today’s hosts are Clarence Boone and Liz Mitchell.
Our show’s executive producer is Clarence Boone.
Our consultant and WFHB News Department Director is Kade Young.
Our program engineer is Chantalle LaFontant.
Our original theme music was created by Jamyl Efiom, with additional background tracks by David Baker.
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