Fort Wayne trooper honored for stopping armed murder suspect

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — An Indiana State Police trooper has been honored for his bravery during a dangerous pursuit last year.

Senior Trooper Jeff Goehring from the Fort Wayne District received the Combat Action Award and the Silver Star at the annual State Police ceremony in Indianapolis.

Goehring was recognized for his actions during an April 2025 chase, when he attempted a PIT maneuver on a murder suspect who then fired multiple shots at his police car…

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