Enjoy the holiday weekend—but never drive impaired.
The quickest way to turn a great weekend into a bad one? Getting behind the wheel impaired.
Impairment isn’t just from alcohol. Marijuana, illegal drugs, and medications can affect reaction time, judgment, and vehicle control. Mixing substances only increases the risk.
Make a plan before you celebrate. Designate a sober driver. Use a rideshare. Find a safe way home. If you’re impaired, don’t drive. One bad decision can change your life—or someone else’s—forever.
Celebrate responsibly. Look out for one another. Get home safely.
Day Shift Summary. Date: 09/03/26
Officers conducted a check the wellbeing in the area of Highway 100 and Highway 47.
Homeless activity Heritage Hills and Highway 47.
Officers responded for a verbal domestic in the area of 14th St. and Southwinds.
A trespassing was reported in the Washington Square shopping center.
A found property report was taken in the area of 8th St. and Locust St.
Officers responded to W. Main and Bernard for a motorist assist.
A trespassing was reported in the 2200 block of Hwy A.
A fraud was reported in the area of Scenic Dr.
A stealing was reported in the area of Bluff Rd and Hwy 100.
Assisted EMS in the area of the 200 block of Elm St.
A leaving the scene of a motor vehicle crash was reported in the area of Highway 47 and Highway 100.
A motor vehicle crash was investigated in the area Clay St. and Highway 100.
Assisted EMS in the area of 3rd and Alberta.
Officers investigated a bicyclist crash in the area of the 600 block of W. 5th St.
SUPPORT SPECIAL OLYMPICS MISSOURI!
Come see retired Sgt. Joe Kapustka at Schnucks and support Missouri's Special Olympics athletes through the Law Enforcement Torch Run® (LETR).
Joe will be at Schnucks selling Special Olympics Missouri shirts and hats, with proceeds supporting this important cause.
WHEN TO STOP BY:
September 4 from 4 PM–8 PM
September 5: from 10 AM–6 PM
September 6 from 10 AM–6 PM
Can't make it to Schnucks? The attached flyer includes a scannable QR code if you would like to make a donation directly to Special Olympics Missouri.
The Law Enforcement Torch Run® began more than 40 years ago. Today, LETR takes place in all 50 states and 42 countries, bringing together more than 90,000 law enforcement officers around the world.
Since its inception, LETR has raised more than $1 billion for Special Olympics. And right here in Missouri, law enforcement officers made an incredible impact in 2024, raising more than $1.3 million for Special Olympics Missouri!
Stop by Schnucks, grab a shirt or hat, say hello to Joe, and help support an incredible group of athletes. Every purchase. Every donation. Every dollar makes a difference.
Labor Day Curbside Service Changes
City offices, landfill, recycling center, and library will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.
Curbside collection will shift to Wednesday, September 9.
🗑️ Trash: All residents
♻️ Recycling: Section A only (west of Highway 47) —
Section B is not on the recycling schedule this week
Please have your items at the curb by 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday.
Thank you for planning ahead!
Day Shift Summary. Date: 09/02/26
Officers investigated a single vehicle motor vehicle accident in the area of 14th St. and Stafford St.
A report was taken for a stealing that occurred in the Phoenix Center 2 Shopping Center.
Officers spoke with a subject in regards to possible fraud.
A subject was arrested for an outstanding warrant and traffic charges during a traffic stop in the Washington Square Shopping Center.
A check the wellbeing was conducted in the area of 5th and Market St.
Officers conducted an assault investigation in the area of 14th St. and Blue Jay Dr.
A suspicious vehicle was reported in the area of Main St. and Elm St.
Officers spoke with a subject in regards to possible fraud.
A check the well being was conducted in the area of the Washington Crossing Shopping Center.
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH
Sometimes, the most important thing you can do is start the conversation.
ASK - START THE CONVERSATION.
LISTEN.
BE THERE - SUPPORT ONE ANOTHER.
You don’t have to have the right words. You just have to let someone know they are not alone. If you’re concerned about someone, don’t wait. Reach out.
For those who serve others, asking for help can be especially difficult. Asking for help is not weakness. It is strength.
CALL OR TEXT 988
GO ONLINE https://missouri988.org/
24/7 support
Compass Health also has a clinic in Union, Missouri that also offers 27/4 support. https://compasshealthnetwork.org/location/union-bhcc/
For an immediate safety or medical emergency, call 911. or go to your nearest hospital.
If your trash was not collected yesterday, please call us at 636.390.1032 with your address to report the missed pickup.
Waste Connections will return Thursday, September 3, to complete the collection.
Thank you!
Night Shift Summary. 9/1/26:
A motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of Hwy 100 and Steutermann Rd.
A parking complaint was made in the area of Phoenix Center.
Suspicious activity was reported in the area of Phoenix Center Dr.
An open door was located in the 5800 block of Hwy 100.
Day Shift Summary. 09/01/2026
Suspicious person reported in the 2500 block of Slater Drive
A report of an animal bite in the area of 11th and Sunnyside
A leaving the scene crash was reported in the 300 block of Front Street
A vehicle crash was reported on Bluejay Drive
A subject was arrested on warrants during a traffic stop in the area of 5th and Penn
A vehicle crash was reported in the 400 block of Windy Hills Drive
A vehicle crash was reported at 8th and Madison
A vehicle crash was reported at 11th and Sunnyside
Washington, it’s time to clean out those closets, garages, and storage spaces — and turn those treasures into someone else’s finds! 🎉
The Fall 2026 City Wide Garage Sale is coming up, and we want YOU to be part of it!
📅 REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 18TH to have your garage sale included in the official City Wide Garage Sale Booklet!
The booklet will showcase participating garage sales throughout Washington, including what you’ll be selling, so shoppers can plan their treasure-hunting route!
To be included, you must:
✔️ Be located within Washington city limits
(If you pay the City of Washington for your water, you are considered to be in city limits.)
✔️ Register your garage sale
✔️ Tell us what you’ll be selling
✔️ List any specific or special items you want shoppers to know about
✔️ Include your garage sale hours
📖 BOOKLETS GO ON SALE SEPTEMBER 22ND–25TH!
Get registered, get ready to sell, and get ready to shop! 🛒💰
Don’t miss the deadline — September 18th is the LAST DAY to get your sale in the booklet!
Have you and your pup signed up yet? 🐶💦 Doggie Dip is next Tuesday, September 8th! There’s still time to register, but space is limited, so be sure to get your registration in before the deadline!
We’re looking forward to an evening of swimming, splashing, and making some fun memories with our four-legged friends! 🌊🐕❤️
📋 Don’t forget your dog’s records! Please bring proof of:
🐾 Rabies
🐾 Bordetella
🐾 DHPP
🐾 Spay/Neuter
And don’t forget—we have a special treat in store for our pups! 🐾👀
We’ll see you at the pool! 💦🐶
Day Shift Summary 08/31/2026
Report of a stealing in the 1000 block of East 5th Street.
Alarm in Washington Square. Accidental by employee.
Subject was stopped in the 1600 block of East 5th Street for a traffic violation. Subject was found to be operating a motor vehicle without a valid license. Subject was arrested.
Dog at large in the area of West 2nd Street and Rand Street. See Facebook post.
Subject came into the PD and reported a fraud that occurred over the phone.
A family member called about a subject that was saying erratic things to them by phone. The subject was located and we assisted in getting them to a facility for a psychological evaluation.
SAVE THE DATE - FIRST RESPONDER TRUNK OR TREAT!
Costumes. Candy. Decorated vehicles. First responders.
Halloween fun.
It’s almost time for one of our favorite community events, and we want to see the whole family there!
The Washington Police Department invites kids and families to join us for our First Responder Trunk or Treat at the Washington Fairgrounds. Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy an afternoon of trick-or-treating, checking out decorated vehicles, and meeting the first responders and special guests who serve our community.
Washington Fairgrounds
Saturday, October 24, 2026
2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
RAIN DATE:
Friday, October 30, 2026
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Kids will have the opportunity to collect treats, check out decorated vehicles and equipment, and enjoy a fun afternoon with local first responders and community partners.
This is a FREE, family-friendly community event, and all kids and families are welcome!
Mark your calendars. We can’t wait to see you there!
Invitations to area first responder agencies and our community public safety partners will be sent out today. We’re looking forward to bringing everyone together for a fun afternoon of Halloween festivities and community connection.
For more information, contact SRO Jason Angle at jangle@washmo.gov.
https://www.washmolib.org/o/wpl/article/3095001
Day Shift Summary. 08/30/26
A dog was found in the area of 5th and Locust. It was returned to the owner.
Officers responded to the 2300 block of Betony Ct. for a report of unlawful burning.
Officers responded to the 1900 block of Charlottes Way for an alarm sounding.
Responded to Hwy 100 and E. 5th for a motorist assist.
Responded to Bieker and Fawn Dr. for a check the wellbeing.
Officers responded to Bieker Rd and Eckelkamp Ct. where a subject was taken into protective custody and transported to the hospital for a psychiatric evaluation.
Officers responded to the 900 block of W. 9th St. for a report of a child locked in a vehicle.
Officers responded to the 1100 block of W. 9th for an alarm sounding.
🗑️ Trash: Every Tuesday, all residents
♻️ Recycling + 1 bulk item: Every other week, by section
Your first Recycling + 1 bulk item pickup under the new schedule:
• Section B (east of Hwy 47): Tuesday, September 1
• Section A (west of Hwy 47): Wednesday, September 9 (adjusted from Tuesday due to Labor Day)
Day Shift Summary 08/29/26
Assisted EMS in the 1800 block of High St.
A injurd dog was picked up in the Washington Crossing shopping center.
A subject was arrested during a traffic stop on outstanding warrants and traffic charges in teh 1300 block of Jefferson St.
A assault was reported in the Washington Square shopping center.
A leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident was taken in the area of Bedord Center and Highway 100.
A subject was arrested on traffic charges and driving while impaired in the area of 5th and Fulton.
A dog was picked up in the 200 block of Cedar.
Responded to the areat of Steutermann Rd and Hwy A for a motorist assist.
Responded to the skate park for suspicious persons.
Alll subjects arrested are innocent until proven guilty.
Please use caution in this area and utilize alternative routes if possible. There will be delays and possible street closures at times during the project. This work will impact travel to the City Parks and Fairgrounds.
If you have any questions, you can reach out to the City’s Engineering Department 636-390-1010.
Starting Tuesday, September 1, curbside collection is changing!
🗑️ Trash: Every Tuesday, all residents
♻️ Recycling + 1 bulk item: Every other week, by section
Your first Recycling + 1 bulk item pickup under the new schedule:
• Section B (east of Hwy 47): Tuesday, September 1
• Section A (west of Hwy 47): Wednesday, September 9 (adjusted from Tuesday due to Labor Day)
MEET YOUR WASHINGTON POLICE DEPARTMENT SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS
The new school year is underway, and we thought it was a good time to introduce the officers who spend their days getting to know our students, supporting our schools, and being part of the school community.
The Washington Police Department has proudly partnered with our schools for more than 30 years. Our D.A.R.E. program was established in the 1990s and provided the foundation for our School Resource Officer program, which began during the 1999-2000 school year at Washington High School. Today, four full-time SROs serve SDOW schools located within the City of Washington and in unincorporated Franklin County, as well as our in-town parochial schools.
SROs do much more than provide a law enforcement presence in our schools. They build relationships with students and staff, support school safety, teach D.A.R.E., provide education and guidance, and serve as trusted resources for students and families. By being present in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, at school events and throughout the community, our officers build trust and open communication. These relationships help identify concerns early, provide guidance when students need it, connect families with resources, and help prevent problems from becoming more serious.
Our goal is to address problems early, provide guidance and support, and prevent a situation from becoming a legal issue whenever possible. At the same time, we want students to know that police officers are approachable, helpful people they can turn to when they have a problem, feel unsafe, or simply need someone to talk to.
Our SROs are proud to be an active part of the school community. They are committed to building positive relationships, earning trust, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of the students they serve. We are equally proud of the strong partnerships we have built with the School District of Washington, our parochial schools, educators, families and, most importantly, our students.
Unit Commander
Lt. Joe Renkemeyer #230
Unit Supervisor
Sgt. Mike Grissom #299
Washington High School
SRO Greg Garrett #263
Washington Middle School
SRO Jason Angle #284
SDOW Elementary Schools & Early Learning Center
SRO Zach Hudson #293
Parochial Schools
SRO Wyatt Loague #268
