West Virginia awarded federal grant for forensic lab

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West Virginia State Police receives $258,788 in federal grant funding for forensic training and equipment.

Governor Patrick Morrisey announced Tuesday that West Virginia State Police has received $258,788 in federal grant funding to bolster forensic investigations across the state.

According to the Governor's office, the funds will be used to support forensic training and certifications for analysts as well as to purchase laboratory equipment for the State Police Forensic Laboratory. The grant is intended to enhance the state's forensic investigation capabilities.

Morrisey described the funding as essential support for law enforcement, though the specific details of how the equipment purchases and training will be prioritised were not outlined in the announcement.

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West Virginia State Police receive funds for forensic labCHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — The West Virginia State Police is receiving $258,788 in funding for forensic training and services, Governor Patrick Morrisey announced Tuesday. According to a release from Gov. Morrisey's office, the funds will support forensic training and certifications as well as the purchase of lab equipment. “West Virginia law enforcement needs the training [...]Wowktv · 29 Sept, 21:36
Morrisey awards federal grant to bolster West Virginia forensic investigationsGov. Patrick Morrisey announced Tuesday that $258,788 in grant funding has been awarded to enhance the West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory and support continued analyst training.WVVA · 29 Sept, 19:31

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