Indiana State Police Sergeant Retires After 42 Years

Sergeant Todd Ringle steps down after over four decades of service.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 3:54pm

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A blurred, impressionistic photograph of a police uniform cap and badge resting on a wooden surface, conveying the quiet contemplation of a long career in law enforcement coming to an end.

After 42 years of dedicated service, an Indiana State Police sergeant retires, leaving behind a legacy of community engagement and public outreach.Evansville Today

Sergeant Todd Ringle of the Indiana State Police is retiring after 42 years with the department. He began his career in 1984 as a dispatcher at the Evansville Post before becoming a state trooper in 1985. Ringle spent years patrolling in southwest Indiana before being promoted in 2000 to Public Information Officer for the Evansville District, a role he held for over 25 years.

Why it matters

Ringle's retirement marks the end of an era for the Indiana State Police, as he was a long-serving and dedicated member of the force. His work in public outreach and community engagement will be greatly missed by the department and the Evansville community.

The details

Ringle started with the Indiana State Police in 1984 as a dispatcher at the Evansville Post before becoming a state trooper the following year. He spent many years patrolling the southwest region of the state before being promoted to the role of Public Information Officer for the Evansville District in 2000, a position he held for over a quarter-century.

Ringle began his career with the Indiana State Police in 1984.
He became a state trooper in 1985.
Ringle was promoted to Public Information Officer for the Evansville District in 2000, a role he held until his retirement.

The players

Sergeant Todd Ringle

A 42-year veteran of the Indiana State Police who is retiring from the department.