Arizona is taking on cartel-driven trafficking, and it’s working. Operation Desert Guardian is Arizona’s first statewide unified command, bringing together 12 local and state law enforcement agencies to go after Drug, human, and weapons trafficking. From December 2025 through September 2026, Operation Desert Guardian has led to 8,900+ pounds of drugs seized, 127 weapons confiscated, $19+ million in illicit drug street value intercepted, and over 2,900 ODG-related arrests made. It doesn’t replace local law enforcement. It connects them. Thank you to every partner agency, Trooper, deputy, officer, and analyst keeping Arizona’s highways, communities, and neighborhoods safe. @AZDPSHwyPatrol @AZDOHS @AZGOYFF @DEMAArizona @AZDHS @cc_sheriff @YavapaiSheriff @navajo_s @PinalCSO Coconino County Sheriff's Office, Greenlee County Sheriff's Office, La Paz County Sheriff's Office

DPS needs the public’s help. Detectives are seeking a silver Mercedes GLC with front‑end damage tied to a fatal hit‑and‑run on NB I‑17 near Indian School Rd on Oct. 23. Info? Call 1‑877‑429‑8477 or submit a tip at azdps.gov/tips.  Reference incident I26065383.

AZDPS Seeks Witnesses After Fatal Five‑Vehicle Crash on I‑10 in West Phoenix On Saturday, October 17, 2026, at approximately 12:01 a.m., a crash involving five vehicles resulted in the death of a motorcyclist on the westbound Interstate 10 near 107th Avenue (milepost 133). The crash occurred when a westbound motorcycle collided with a passenger vehicle, ejecting the rider. The motorcycle continued traveling for a short distance without its rider before striking a pickup truck. Following the initial collision, the rider was struck by at least two additional vehicles, including a dark-colored Kia passenger car that left the scene and a light-colored SUV or crossover vehicle. The rider was pronounced deceased at the scene. Detectives with the Arizona Department of Public Safety’s Vehicular Crimes Unit are leading the investigation and are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the drivers and vehicles described above. Anyone with information is urged to call 1‑877‑429‑8477 or submit a tip online at azdps.gov/tips. Please reference incident I26063966.

Thank you to everyone who supported Day of Champions 2026! This year’s event was a huge success: • Over 115 donated raffle prizes given away • A lively Fun Zone filled with cheers and laughter • An exciting AZDPS Show & Tell featuring the Ranger helicopter, K‑9 Unit, Crime Scene Unit, SWAT, and more. • Department employees enjoying the event alongside the community • And best of all… the event generated over $8,000 for Special Olympics Arizona! We’re grateful for your support and can’t wait to see you next year! @SOArizona

The Arizona Department of Public Safety urges motorists to use caution when traveling across the state. Every Life Counts. Every Mile Matters. #ArriveAliveAZ

You’re invited! Join AZDPS for our Day of Champions fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics Arizona. Enjoy lunch from Four Peaks Brewing, a raffle, karaoke, jumbo yard games, and more! 📅 Oct. 22, 11 AM–1 PM 📍 AZDPS HQ, North Parking Lot More info: azdps.gov/champions

This October, Arizona is once again #LightingAZPurple to stand with victims and survivors of domestic violence. 🟣 Wear purple, light a building, or share resources to help #Arizonans recognize abuse and find support close to home: EndDV.AZ.gov #DVAM2026 #EndDVinAZ

Season 3 of the Seven Points podcast is here with a new co-host! 🎙 Host Warren Trent sits down with Trooper Randi Wybron as she shares her experiences in patrol, investigations, recruiting, & her new role as PIO Supervisor. ➡️ Watch or listen here: azdps.gov/sevenpoints