Bulk item collection for properties served by dumpsters will occur during the following weeks:
April 20–24
October 19–23
Pickup will take place on each property’s regularly scheduled dumpster service day only, not throughout the entire week. Please place bulk items at the designated collection area prior to your normal service day.
**ON GOING SCAM ISSUES**
With the development of AI, the scams have become more elaborate to make you feel that any communication is legitimate. Scammers are obtaining your personal, financial, family, and work information from the internet and social media, and using the information to make themselves sound realistic and legitimate. As the scams become more advanced, more people will become victims. There are a few common factors that should be instant red flags no matter how legit.
1. The request to liquidate your accounts.
2. The purchase of gift cards.
3. The purchase of bitcoin. Especially at a kiosk. Legit traders do not use them. About 98% of their usage is scam related.
4. The caller is rushing you to do something. This is to get you to act before your brain has a chance to think.
5. Cash payments picked up by a courier or mailed via USPS are scams. Especially if the caller is directing you on how to do it.
6. No Law Enforcement agency is going to call you to tell you that you have a warrant or that you missed jury duty, or didn't pay your toll fees, or pay your parking tickets, etc. And to add to that, tell you that you need to pay in bitcoin or gift cards.
7. Anyone that tells you that you won something and must send them money for the taxes, is lying and it's a scam.
8. If you sell an item and the purchaser sends you a check for more than the amount due, it's a scam.
9. Don't click on pop-up windows on your computer. Especially if it says that your computer is infected and they want access to it.
10. The IRS does not call you because you or someone you love owes them money. That's a scam.
Remember this, slow down when you get these calls and think. Don't use any phone number they give you to confirm what you are hearing. Do your own diligence and look up the phone numbers yourself and call. If you have any questions about a call or pop-up, contact law enforcement BEFORE you act.
And as a side note, don't send your private images to someone you think you know on the internet. Because the internet is forever, and your friends and family don't want to see them when you run out of money to send the extortionist at the other end of the keyboard.
Stay tuned for further facts/information in regard to scams with our Friday Fraud Facts post.
Night Shift Summary 03/31/2026
Peace disturbance on Village West Court. Subject causing the disturbance left.
Stealing reported in the 1000 block of Madison Avenue.
Harassment reported in the 100 block of Rabbit Trail Drive.
Suspicious persons on Elbert Drive. Subjects were asked to move along.
Day Shift Summary. 03/31/26:
Suspicious activity was reported in the 700 block of W. 8th St.
A peace disturbance was reported in the 700 block of Fremont St.
Found property was turned in at Police HQ.
Stealing was reported in the area of Washington Corners.
A check the well-being was conducted in the 600 block of Wilson St.
A male was arrested on a fugitive warrant in the 100 block of E. 4th St.
A leaving the scene motor vehicle crash occurred in the area of E. 3rd St. and Locust St. during the investigation a female was arrested for driving while intoxicated.
A check the well-being was conducted in the 900 block of E. 5th St.
An animal at large was reported in the 700 block of Burnside St.
Fraud was reported in the 200 block of Hara Ln.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT
Night Shift Summary 03/30/2026
Peace disturbance at the riverfront. A large gathering at the riverfront was mostly quiet but a few people ruined it for everyone. They were asked to leave and citations were issued for careless and reckless driving.
Subject in the 1900 block of East 9th Street was in a mental health crisis. Subject was taken to the hospital to be evaluated.
Subject was stopped in the 500 block of West Front Street after it was reported they were driving while intoxicated. The subject was found to be intoxicated and was arrested.
Peace disturbance in the 100 block of East 6th Street. Subject causing the disturbance agreed to quiet down.
Peace disturbance in Washington Square. Subjects causing the disturbance left.
Suspicious person in the area of West 2nd Street and Rand Street. Subject was contacted and was waiting for their ride.
Peace disturbance in the 1700 block of Madison Avenue. A construction crew was advised they could not start noisy work until 7 am per City of Washington ordinance.
Day Shift Summary. 03/30/26:
A stray dog was located in the 1100 block of James St. and returned to the owner.
Threats were reported in the 700 block of Fremont St.
Assisted EMS in the area of Patients First Dr.
Check the well-being was conducted in the 600 block of W. 7th St.
A peace disturbance was reported in the 100 block of E. 10th St.
A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 900 block of Jefferson St.
A male was arrested for driving while revoked in the area of W. Front St. and Cedar St.
Property damage was reported in the 4100 block of Brookview Dr.
A private property motor vehicle crash was reported in the 300 block of W. 5th St.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT
Looking for a fun and meaningful way for your kid to spend part of their summer? Our Junior Lifeguards program is the perfect opportunity to build confidence, learn valuable skills, and have a great time by the water!
📅 June 22–26, 2026
⏰ 9 AM – 12 PM
👥 Ages 11–16
💲 $93
Participants will learn:
✅ Water safety
✅ Leadership skills
✅ Basic work skills
✅ Lifeguard fundamentals
✅ First aid & CPR basics
Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait—registration ends June 18th! 🗓️
Dive into a week of learning, teamwork, and fun! 💦
The City of Washington is scheduled to begin the final phase of the Front Street Utility Burial Project to get overhead utility lines installed underground and remove the poles.
Construction is scheduled to begin on April 6 starting on Front Street near Lafayette Street working west to Olive Street. Crews will be shutting down Front Street one block at a time beginning between Lafayette and Oak. Construction will be taking place over the next several months. Most of the construction impacting street closures should be complete in June. But additional work will be ongoing into the fall.
Please use caution in this area and follow construction signs. Utilize alternate routes if possible. We appreciate your patience as this project is completed to improve downtown Washington.
Avoid open burning, properly dispose of smoking materials, and secure trailer chains to prevent sparks. Even small actions can help prevent a dangerous situation.
City of Washington Emergency Management Agency
Day Shift Summary. Date:03-29-2026
A domestic assault report was taken in the area of A Roy Drive.
A stealing from a motor vehicle report was taken in the area of Washington Crossing.
Day Shift Summary. Date:03-27-2026
A male subject was transported to the hospital for assistance with some mental health struggles.
A verbal domestic report was taken in the 400 block of Burnside.
A vehicle was struck in the 2000 block of Fox Crest. The other vehicle left the scene.
The Washington City Parks & Rec Easter Egg Hunt is happening Saturday, March 28th at 9 AM sharp at the Washington Fairgrounds—don’t be late, the eggs go fast! ⏰
Kids will be divided by age groups, so everyone gets a fair shot at finding those hidden treasures. With thousands of eggs scattered around and a special visit from the Easter Bunny, it’s going to be a morning full of smiles, surprises, and springtime magic! 🌼✨
Grab your basket and get ready to hunt—there are plenty of egg-citing surprises waiting just for you! 💐🐇
#EasterFun #EggHunt #SpringEvents #FamilyFun #WashMoParks
Day Shift Summary. Date: 03/26/2026
Suspicious activity was reported on Camp Street at the intersection of East Rose Lane.
A suspicious vehicle was checked on the parking lot at the riverfront.
An animal was checked on in the area of Washington Square.
Questions in reference to a civil issue were answered.
Assisted another agency on Oxford Drive.
Vehicle crash on Highway 100 at the intersection of Jefferson Street.
Mark your calendars for the 2026 Missouri Book Festival on April 18, 2026 @ Washington Public Library. The festival runs from 9am - 2pm. This is a family-friendly festival with activities for all ages. The main tent will be a celebration of regional cooking, featuring local chefs/cooks such as Trenton Garvey and Sarah Kraffty. See you at the library!
See the programs: https://www.washmolib.org/o/wpl/page/festival-programs
Add MOBookFest to your calendar: https://www.washmolib.org/o/wpl/events?id=51292608
🚨 Mock Crash Exercise & Road Closure Reminder 🚨
Local first responders, along with an ARCH medical helicopter, will be conducting a simulated traffic crash exercise this evening on Vossbrink Drive. Please do not be alarmed by the increased emergency presence in the area.
Road Closure Details:
• Vossbrink Drive will be closed between Maurice Unnerstall Drive and Bluff Road from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
• Businesses and factories in the area have been notified, there will be little to no impact on their operations.
About the Exercise:
• The exercise will take place from 6:00 PM to approximately 6:45 PM., and will be filmed to produce an educational safety video for students at Washington High School and St. Francis Borgia High School. The video will be presented in April or May to reinforce the importance of safe driving decisions. Once the film has been shown to students, the possibility of a public release will be evaluated. Any release will depend on final formatting and platform guidelines.
• This exercise also serves as a training opportunity for participating first responders.
Important Notice:
• This is not a public event, and there will be no designated viewing areas.
Once the roadway is closed at 5:00 PM, the scene becomes a controlled environment to ensure participant safety. Limiting access also helps maintain realism based on location and time of day.
Contact Information:
• SRO Greg Garrett – Washington Police Department / School District of Washington
ggarrett@washmo.gov
• Capt. Justin Frankenberg – Washington Volunteer Fire Department / City of Washington Emergency Management
jjfrankenberg@washmo.gov
• Paramedic Gina Luko – Washington Area Ambulance District
gina.luko@waadems.org
Thank you for your cooperation and patience as we work to keep our students and community safe.
#WashMO #BUPD #ArriveAlive #RealLifeLessons #MockDrill
Avoid open burning, properly dispose of smoking materials, and secure trailer chains to prevent sparks. Even small actions can help prevent a dangerous situation.
Let’s all do our part to keep our community safe. 🚒
Day Shift Summary. 3/25/26:
Assisted EMS with a sick case in the area of Jade Ln.
A male was issued a trespass warning in the 900 block of E. 5th St.
A lost property report was completed in the 900 block of E. 5th St.
A leaving the scene motor vehicle crash occurred in the 800 block of E. 5th St.
An informational report was completed in the 200 block of W. 5th St.
Suspicious activity was reported in the 800 block of W. 7th St.
Fraud was reported in the 200 block of Elm St.
#SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday
#EarthDay
🚨 Mock Crash Training & Road Closure 🚨
Heads up, WashMO! On March 26th between 5:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M., your local first responders and an ARCH medical helicopter will be participating in a mock crash on Vossbrink Drive.
To ensure scene safety, Vossbrink Drive will be closed from Maurice Unnerstall Drive to Bluff Road starting at 5:00 PM. While we set-up and hold a safety briefing. The scenario will start at 6:00 PM and we anticipate it ending by 6:30-6:45 PM. By 7:00 PM, Vossbrink Drive should be re-opened. Local businesses have been notified, and operations will not be impacted.
This year, we are taking a new approach to educate our local high schoolers about the dangers of speeding and distracted driving. Rather than an in-person assembly, we are filming this realistic scenario to produce an impactful 30-minute educational video. Featuring students from Washington High School and St. Francis Borgia High School, this video aims to help students evaluate their driving habits and understand the far-reaching consequences of their actions behind the wheel.
Making this event a success takes a village. A huge thank you to:
• City of Washington Communications
• City of Washington Street Department
• Washington High School
• St. Francis Borgia High School
• Four Rivers Career Center
• Mercy Hospital
• Wolfe Family of Funeral Homes
• Patriot Towing
• Washington Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary
We are also partnering with the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) and the Washington Area Ambulance District (WAAD) to raise seatbelt awareness:
• MSHP will bring their "seatbelt convincer" to the Washington High School, Washington Middle School, Four Rivers Career Center, and St. Francis Borgia High School between now and the end of the school year.
• WAAD will conduct student compliance checks at the Washington High School, Four Rivers Career Center, and St. Francis Borgia High School to see what percentage of students aren’t buckling up and work towards increasing the usage rates from last year.
Additionally, the Washington Police Department is working on hosting another First Impact Presentation for parents/guardians of soon-to-be drivers or new drivers in late spring or early summer.
Contact Information:
• SRO Greg Garrett - WPD/School District of Washington ggarrett@washmo.gov
• Capt. Justin Frankenberg - WVFD/City of Washington Emergency Management jjfrankenberg@washmo.gov
• Paramedic Gina Luko - WAAD gina.luko@waadems.org
#WashMO #BUPD #CommunitySafety #ProtectingTeens
Night Shift Summary. 03/23/26
Officers responded to the area of 5th and Lafayette for a report of a possible intoxicated driver.
Officers responded to the 1100 block of E. 8th St. for a subject who had questions about custody and a protection order.
Officers responded to the 1200 block of W. 7th St. for a report of a juvenile subject who was having a psychiatric episode.
Officers responded to the area of Johnson and Mclean for a report of a suspicious vehicle /person.
