149 graduate from New Jersey State Police Academy
The New Jersey State Police is gaining 149 new state troopers.
The 154th State Police recruit class will graduate during ceremonies in Toms River on Friday.
Acting Attorney General John Hoffman and Superintendent Col. Rick Fuentes will be on hand as the troopers receive their badges and put on demonstrations that reflect their training.
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