Minnesota State Patrol Col. Matt Langer Leaving For New Job

ST. PAUL (KVRR) — Gov. Tim Walz is congratulating Minnesota State Patrol Col. Matt Langer on an outstanding career and wishing him well in his next role.

Langer has announced that he is leaving to become Director of Global Policing with the International Association of Chiefs of Police.

Walz says Langer has been his “first phone call during incredible challenges.”

Langer began his career with the State Patrol in 1999 and worked his way through the ranks.

He has been the chief for the past 10 years.

His last day will be April 2.

Lt. Col. Christina Bogojevic will serve as interim chief.