Indiana State Police Superintendent Anthony Scott recently announced the promotion of Sergeant Jonathan Haugh to Lieutenant.

Lieutenant Haugh will serve as the District Commander for the Indianapolis Post.

The selection process for promotion to Lieutenant included a written examination, an oral interview, and consideration of each candidate’s years of service, education, and past job performance. Superintendent Scott selected Haugh for promotion following the competitive process.

Haugh is a native of Trafalgar Indiana and a 2009 graduate of Indian Creek high School. After high school he attended Indiana State University where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice in 2012. Haugh was selected for the 73rd ISP Recruit Academy which he successfully completed in May of 2014. His first duty assignment was to the Indianapolis Post.

Throughout his career, Lt. Haugh has sought leadership opportunities on various specialty teams. He has served on the Mobile Field Force as a team leader, the ISP Honor Guard Team, a Field Training Officer and the Marijuana Eradication Coordinator for District 52.

One role Haugh is especially proud of was serving as a K9 Handler. Haugh and his partner Smitty spent countless hours working to provide safety and security to all of our communities in the district and beyond.

In June, 2021 Haugh sought a promotion to Sergeant, a leadership opportunity within the Indianapolis District. He was selected for that position and for the past five years has served as a mentor and supervisor for a squad of troopers in the district.

Twice during his career, Lt. Haugh has received awards for his bravery and life saving actions during critical incidents.

In his new role Lt. Haugh will serve as the Commander for the Indianapolis District. He will oversee daily operations at the district.

Lt. Haugh currently resides in Shelby County with his wife and children.