FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

LT. COLONEL DANNY BARBER PROMOTED TO FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL AUXILIARY DIRECTOR               

Lt. Colonel Danny Barber was appointed to the FHPA in 1980 and promoted to the Command Staff in 1993. With more than 30 years of service with the FHPA, he has served in each leadership position in Troop L and Q, and is currently responsible for Field operation for Troops D,E,F,K and L in South and Central Florida.

He holds an Associate Degree in Business Administration and is currently a District Manager with Publix Supermarket Inc, with daily responsibility for more than 1800 associates. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Florida Highway Patrol Auxiliary Foundation and is the recipient of many awards, including the Meritorious Service Awards for several years, High LSP and Total Activity hours. He has attended and completed many hours of training to enhance the skills needed for high performance and effective Leadership, such as 'Communicating as a Leader', 'When You Lead They Will Follow', and 'Maximizing Team Potential'.

He has been active in his community, and has served on the Board of Directors of the Palm Beach County Urban League. He participates in an annual fundraiser for the March of Dimes, Children's Miracle Network, Feed the Hungry and the United Way annual campaigns.

Lt. Colonel Barber resides in the West Palm Beach, Florida. He has two children: a daughter, Monique who recently graduated from Central Florida, and now resides in Atlanta, Georgia; and a son Daniel, who is a senior at the University of Florida.

Danny Barber, LTC, FHPA
Deputy Director, Commander
Office - 561-369-7900 ext278
Cell - 561-719-1224
DannyBarber@flhsmv.gov

 

On Saturday, June 26, 2010, FHPA Sgt. Wayne Hunter was assisting on an FHP detail at the Tack Shop off SE 60th Ave. in Ocala. While on the detail, some IHOP Restaurant employees ran up to him and shouted "stop that man, he just robbed us". The alleged suspect was walking across the parking lot and Sgt. Hunter shouted, " stop, Florida Highway Patrol". The suspect began to walk faster and a pursuit was underway. Sgt. Hunter chased the man approximately three blocks and was assisted by a citizen in apprehending the suspect. Sgt. Hunter placed the man in handcuffs and told the man he was being detained until other officers arrived. In short order, officers from the Ocala Police Department and FHP Sgt. Rick Norris arrived on scene. After receiving information from witnesses and questioning the suspect, he was placed under arrest by the Ocala Police Department and charged with Strong Armed Robbery. After searching the suspect, drugs were also found in his possession. Congratulations to FHPA Sgt. Wayne Hunter on being alert and apprehending an armed robbery suspect! 

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A new study by the National Motorists Association suggests drivers are more likely to receive a speeding ticket in Florida than in any other state. read more ...

It is my pleasure to announce the FHPA Trooper of the Quarter winner for the first quarter of 2010. Congratulations to FHPA Lt. Montie Dowling, Troop F, Clewiston for this award. While traveling with his family, off duty, Lt. Dowling observed a crash between a car and a bus carrying many civilians. At least five individuals were ejected from the bus as it turned over. Lt. Dowling, using his FHPA training, called 911, got his traffic vest out and started administering first aid to the injured. Lt. Dowling was the first responder on the scene until EMS arrived. The crash resulted in two fatalities and all the other passengers were either ground transported or air lifted out of the area.  Lt. Dowling exemplified what an FHPA Trooper is all about, serving and giving of his time to others in need. Congratulations again, to Lt. Dowling for this well deserved honor!

Steven A. Sheffer, Colonel
FHPA 

The Florida Highway Patrol Auxiliary is stepping up their recruit/training process in south Florida. Several south Florida Troops are combining their efforts to have a central recruit class/training process to train new recruits for the Florida Highway Patrol Auxiliary. By centralizing this training, there will be many cost saving factors involved. The cost of training can be very high and with these economies of scale implemented, it will reduce the overall cost of this valuable training. Hats off to Troops E and F for thinking outside the box and watching the bottom line in this tough economy.  Interested individuals in south Florida are encouraged to review information under "Join the FHPA" on this site. 

On April 24, 2010, a graduation ceremony was held in Bradenton for our most recent Auxiliary Basic Recruit Class held in Troop F. read more ...

Recent promotions announced in Troop G.  read more ...

The Florida Highway Patrol honored a long-standing volunteer in March 2010 during a retirement party for FHP Auxiliary Capt. James Porter. Porter retired from the FHPA after serving for 12 years in Troop L, which covers southeast Florida. read more ...

On January 5, FHPA Trooper Rueben Moore was performing Limited Scope Patrol in Manatee County. He stopped for fuel just west of Interstate 75 and while fueling his patrol car, Tpr. Moore noticed a man nearby who was holding his chest. Tpr. Moore approached the individual to provide assistance and requested an ambulance. Manatee County EMS arrived on the scene and took over care of the patient, transporting him to Manatee Memorial Emergency Room. The patient was subsequently admitted to the hospital where a heart catheterization was performed. The Manatee Emergency Communications Center informed Fort Myers Comm. Center that Tpr. Moore’s actions more than likely saved the life of the patient.

 

 

Florida Highway Patrol Auxiliary Sergeant Mark Malvin was patrolling busy Interstate 95 through Broward County when he noticed a stopped Chevy Suburban that had entered the apex at the exit to State Road 736. read more ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
AUGUST 21, 2009
CONTACT: CAPT. MARK WELCH
FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL (850) 617-2301

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Move Over Florida! It’s not just common sense and courtesy, it’s the law. Florida Highway Patrol Director, Col. John Czernis announced today the Patrol will target violators of the Move Over Law from today through Sept. 7. The Move Over Law requires drivers to move over one lane whenever an emergency vehicle on the side of the road has its lights activated. If moving over is not a viable option, drivers must simply slow down to 20 mph below the posted speed limit.

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