Applicants with the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Cadet Class 171 participated in signing day events across the state.

The cadets signed their letter of intent to become a member of the next Academy Class and officially kicked off their cadet training to become troopers.

Three individuals participated in the signing day event at the Findlay Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol.

They are, DeAngelo Pearson (pictured above), Andrew Robey and Michael Cardenas.

Sgt. Ryan Purpura says the start of the 171st Academy class on Tuesday coincides with the Highway Patrol’s 89th Birthday.

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