Brandon Johnson, Class of 2017, and Jacob Bill, Class of 2015, are Indiana State Police Troopers. Both are currently assigned to District 21 which is in the NW portion of Indiana. Both Troopers were former Cadets, who are serving not only as state troopers, but they are also in the military. Trooper Johnson is currently serving in the Indiana Army Guard and Trooper Bill is serving in the Indiana Air Guard. They are tied together as former WCHS JROTC Cadets, Tiger alumni, Troopers, and by their military service.
Trooper Bill distinguished himself recently when he assisted children who fell through the ice in our community. As a Coach LaLonde trained swimmer, he assisted with their rescue. Trooper Jacob Bill’s heroism was recognized in November of 2019 when he was directed to a pond at the northeast corner of CR 325 and Wooster Road where a child was seen approximately 25 yards out in the water after apparently falling through thin ice.
Trooper Johnson continues to assist in developing WCHS JROTC Cadets when he is off duty. He helps with competitive teams’ practices, meets, and performances. Major Josellis attended Johnson’s “79th Recruit Academy Graduation” at the Indy State House on December 19. The day after, Trooper Johnson was speaking to WCHS Cadets about what he accomplished and how he accomplished it. Brandon Johnson noted he had no silver spoon in his mouth when he was born, “It tasted rusty!”
Warsaw Community Schools appreciates what these Tigers have done and what they continue to do. They are an example of what anybody can do, no matter what their circumstances. Trooper Johnson and Trooper Bill, we thank you for your service.
