Sixty-two cadets graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Academy and officially becoming troopers.

The 171st cadet class is the first class to graduate from the academy without a college credit requirement for the position of trooper. The Shapiro administration waived the requirement for applicants in August 2023.

The new troopers reported Monday to Troop M, Bethlehem: Ian O. Achberger, Angelo J. Bencivenga, Donovan G. Hunt, Chase M. Kraichely, Marcus P. Myers, Sean C. Paris.