State Police trooper says each day a new adventure

HOMETOWN Heroes

   
Name, rank and hometown:

Trooper Mike Winans , of Pocatello, Idaho.
   
Organization:

Idaho State Police.
   
Years of service:

Four years with the Blackfoot Police Department, five years with the Idaho State Police.
   
Most memorable experience on duty:

Having an individual die in my arms after he had been shot multiple times by his brother-in-law.
   
Favorite part of job:

I enjoy the fact that each day is a new adventure.

Worst part of job:

Paperwork.
   
Why you serve:

I know that it sounds cliche, but I really do enjoy helping people. I think this is the prevailing attitude with people who chose law enforcement as a career. I also take great pride in knowing that I am protecting our community from those who would do us harm.
   
Family:

Wife and two children.
   
Future plans:

Continue serving with the State Police.