A Washington State trooper quit his job after 22 years of service at the end of his shift on Saturday night, after refusing to get the coronavirus vaccine.
In video footage posted to Twitter, the officer signed off over the police radio to explain why he was retiring from the force adding: 'Governor Jay Inslee can kiss my a**.'
'This is my final sign-off after 22 years serving the citizens of the state of Washington, I've been asked to leave because I am dirty,' the officer began.
'Numerous fatalities, injuries, I've worked sick, I've played sick, buried lots of friends over these years. I'd like to thank you guys, as well as the citizens of Yakima County as well as my fellow officers within the valley. Without you guys I wouldn't have been very successful,' the officer stated.
Washington State Trooper quit his job two days before a vaccine mandate is introduced across the state
“This is the last time you’ll hear me in a patrol car and Jay Inslee can kiss my ass.”
Washington State Trooper in Yakima, Wash. signs off after 22 years — fired by @GovInslee for being unvaccinated. pic.twitter.com/RGLDs5BZxg
— Jason Rantz on KTTH Radio (@jasonrantz) October 17, 2021
Washington Governor Jay Inslee issued the sweeping order earlier this summer
'You've kept me safe and got me home to my family every night. Thank you for that. I wish I could say more, but this is it. So State 1034 this is the last time you'll hear me in a state patrol car... And Jay Inslee can kiss my a**.'
The officer, whose identity is unknown, received a response from the radio operator thanking him for his years of loyal service.
'1034 thank you for your 22 years of service to the citizens of Washington State. You’ve taken on many roles in your time with the patrol. In your first year, you delivered a baby while on patrol. You’ve been a theory instructor and part of the chaplaincy board.
'You’ve been a great role model and a mentor for all the young troopers serving in the area by sharing your knowledge and experience throughout the years. Thank you for your service,' the operator said.
