Missouri State Trooper Promoted to Assistant Zone Supervisor

Trooper Derek R. Peters to oversee Zone 13 in Pettis County

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The Missouri State Highway Patrol has promoted Trooper Derek R. Peters, who has served in Troop A since 2021, to the rank of corporal and designated him as the assistant zone supervisor for Zone 13, serving the citizens of Pettis County. Peters was appointed to the Patrol in 2021 after graduating from the Patrol's Law Enforcement Academy.

Why it matters

Promotions within the Missouri State Highway Patrol help ensure effective leadership and oversight across the state's various zones and counties. As an assistant zone supervisor, Trooper Peters will play a key role in public safety efforts in Pettis County.

The details

Trooper Derek R. Peters will be promoted to corporal and designated the assistant zone supervisor for Zone 13, serving the citizens of Pettis County. Peters was appointed to the Patrol on February 1, 2021, as a member of the 111th Recruit Class. After graduating from the Patrol's Law Enforcement Academy, he was assigned to Zone 10, serving the citizens of Saline County, where he remained until his promotion.

  • Trooper Peters will be promoted effective February 15, 2026.
  • Trooper Peters was appointed to the Missouri State Highway Patrol on February 1, 2021.

The players

Derek R. Peters

A trooper who has served in the Missouri State Highway Patrol's Troop A since 2021 and is being promoted to corporal and assistant zone supervisor for Zone 13, serving Pettis County.

Missouri State Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency responsible for promoting Trooper Peters and overseeing public safety efforts across Missouri.

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The takeaway

This promotion highlights the Missouri State Highway Patrol's commitment to developing its officers and ensuring effective leadership and oversight across the state's various zones and counties.