🚨 CodeRED Notification Update 🚨
A CodeRED alert from our system will come from the phone number 636‑231‑4112.
Please save this number in your contacts so you can easily recognize future emergency notifications.
Staying informed is an important part of staying safe—thank you!
‼️Please Note: Alerts will only go to those who have signed up for alerts. You can sign up for today, by visiting washmo.gov/codered
Jennifer Brune, Director of 9-1-1 Communications
Justin Frankenberg, Emergency Management Director
Why We Serve
Name: P.O. Katie Griggs #297
Where are you from and where did you go to high school? I grew up in North St. Louis County and graduated from Ritenour High School in 2011.
What did you do prior to getting into law enforcement? I worked as a school secretary in the discipline office.
What training academy did you go to and do you have public safety experience? I graduated from the Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy in 2025. No, I don’t have any prior public safety experience.
When did you join Washington PD and why? I joined while in the academy and I chose Washington PD because the community is smaller in size and its known for being tight-knit.
What is your current role within the department and do you have any specialized assignments? I’m currently assigned to the Patrol Division as a Patrol Officer and I don’t have any specialized assignments yet.
Why did you choose law enforcement as a career? This was my career plan all along, having children at a young age put it on hold, though as my kids got older I decided to still pursue this career/dream. I wanted to be a police officer to help and serve others
What’s one thing you wish the public knew about law enforcement AND one thing you didn’t know until after you started? I wish people knew how much we generally care about the safety and well-being of the people in the communities we serve. We don’t just run and chase bad guys, we help the elderly, the sick, the injured, the abused, the children.
What I didn’t know before I started was the amount of paperwork that goes along with the call for service.
What do you enjoy outside of work? Outside of work, I love being outdoors. One of my favorite things to do is go hiking. I also enjoy traveling, cooking, and baking.
Are you married? Any kids? I’ve been with my husband for 17 years, married for 12 years. We have two sons, aged 15 and 9.
Pets? Our third child is a Dalmatian.
For the safety of residents and workers, all mattresses and box springs must be completely wrapped and sealed in plastic before being placed out for removal.
Night Shift Summary. 4/28/26:
Assisted WFD with an alarm in the area of Southwinds Dr.
A suspicious person was reported in the 4700 block of South Point Rd.
A suspicious vehicle was reported in the area of Hwy 100 and W. 5th St.
Trespassing was reported in the 900 block of E. 5th St.
A domestic assault was reported in the 800 block of MacArthur St.
A male was taken into protective custody in the 100 block of Boone St.
Assisted MSHP with a motor vehicle crash in the 5200 block of Hwy 100.
A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 1900 block of Rabbit Trail Dr.
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Day Shift Summary 04/28/2026
Subject who is known to have an outstanding warrant was located in the area of West 5th Street and Dubois Street. Subject was contacted and was arrested.
Peace disturbance reported on Elbert Drive. Subject was contacted and asked to turn their radio down.
Non-injury traffic crash on Highway 100 at High Street.
Non-injury traffic crash on Highway 100 at Highway 47.
The City of Washington is partnering with Animal Hospital of Washington to offer a low-cost rabies vaccination clinic for our community’s pets.
📍 Location: Animal Hospital of Washington (211 W. 5th Street)
💉 Cost: Rabies vaccines and additional vaccinations available for just $15 each
This is a great opportunity to keep your pets healthy, protected, and up to date on important vaccinations—while supporting overall community health.
Please remember to bring dogs on a leash and cats in a carrier.
For more information, contact the City of Washington or Animal Hospital of Washington at 636-239-2745.
“Why We Serve”
Name: P.O. Kylie Galey #231
Where are you from and where did you go to high school? I grew up in High Ridge Missouri and graduated from Northwest High School.
What did you do prior to getting into law enforcement? Prior to getting into law enforcement, I worked at Cracker Barrel.
What training academy did you go to and do you have public safety experience? I attended the Jefferson College Law Enforcement Academy and graduated this year. I didn't have any prior experience.
When did you join Washington PD and why? 2025. I chose WPD because of its emphasis on community-oriented policing and its dedication to actively serving, engaging with, and supporting the people in the community.
What is your current role within the department and do you have any specialized assignments? I’m currently assigned to the department’s Patrol Division as a Patrol Officer with no specialized areas yet.
Why did you choose law enforcement as a career? I chose to pursue a career in law enforcement because I enjoy solving complex problems and taking on challenges that require critical thinking and persistence. I’m also motivated by the opportunity to be someone people can rely on in difficult situations.
What’s one thing you wish the public knew about law enforcement AND one thing you didn’t know until after you started? I wish more people understood that behind the uniform, we are still human. We do our best every day, but like anyone else, we are not perfect.
One thing I did not know until after I started working in law enforcement is the amount of paperwork that goes along with a call for service.
What do you enjoy outside of work? Outside of work I enjoy spending time with family and friends, listening to music and reading.
Are you married? Kids? Nope
Pets? Zena – Chihuahua, Rusty – Norwegian forest cat, Binx – part Maine Coon
Night Shift Summary. 4/27/26:
A suspicious person was reported in the area of Rock Ln.
A stray dog was picked up in the area of Lexington Ln. and Washington Hgts. Dr. and returned to owner.
Day Shift Summary 04/26/2026
Assisted MSHP with a traffic stop in the area of A. Roy Drive and Highway 100.
Assisted EMS in the 2800 block of Rabbit Trail Drive.
Non-injury vehicle crash on Highway 100 at Bluff Road.
Assisted EMS in the 2100 block of Weber Heights.
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City of Washington Emergency Management Agency
Name:
P.O. Lauren Zweifel #232
Where are you from and where did you go to high school?
I grew up in Union, Missouri and was home-schooled
What did you do prior to getting into law enforcement?
Prior to getting into law enforcement, I worked for Compass Health as an Integrated Health Specialist.
What training academy did you go to and do you have public safety experience?
I attended the St. Louis County and Municipal Police Academy. Prior to coming to Washington PD this year, I worked for the City of Crestwood Police Department for three years.
When did you join Washington PD and why?
The department and community gave a lot to me when I was a teenager, and I wanted to give something back. As a bonus, the department is much closer to where I live as opposed to my last department.
Washington PD gave me the opportunity to learn about law enforcement when I was with the department’s Law Enforcement Exploring program as an Explorer. The opportunities given to me as an explorer opened my eyes to what a career in law enforcement would look like and what it was like to serve your community. My time in the exploring program solidified my decision to pursue a career in law enforcement.
What is your current role within the department and do you have any specialized assignments?
I’m currently assigned to the department’s Patrol Division as a Patrol Officer and I have specialized training in crisis intervention.
Why did you choose law enforcement as a career?
I chose law enforcement because I feel like everyone should have someone to call when they are facing some of the hardest moments of their lives, or even just when they have encountered a problem they don't know the answer to.
What’s one thing you wish the public knew about law enforcement AND one thing you didn’t know until after you started?
I wish the public knew most all police officers are not "out to get them" or are there to make a bad day worse. All the officers I know, myself included, are truly there to help. There is no ulterior motive, we truly want to get your side of the story so we can understand the situation so we can provide you with the help you or someone in your life needs in that moment.
One thing I did not know until after I started working in law enforcement is that Ring Doorbell Cameras do not record unless you pay for a monthly subscription.
What do you enjoy outside of work?
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my fiancé, spending time with friends and family, fishing, hunting, hiking, listening to music, being outdoors, and trying new foods.
Are you married? Kids?
My fiancé, Luke, and I are getting married next year. No, I don’t have any kids.
Pets?
We don’t have any.
Day Shift Summary. 04/25/26
Officers responded to the Washington Crossing shopping center for an alarm sounding.
Officers investigated a motor vehicle accident that occurred in the area of Hwy 47 and Highway 100.
Officers investigated a motor vehicle accident that occurred in the area of Hwy 100 and Rabbit Trail Dr.
Officers responded to the 500 block of Windy Hills to assist the fire department.
A parking complaint was addressed in the 4900 block of Southpoint Rd.
Officers responded to the area of Washington Heights and Hwy 100 for a report of Fraud.
A leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident in the downtown area was investigated.
Day Shift Summary. 04/26/26
Officers responded to the station for a report of a careless and reckless driver in the area of Hwy 47 and the south city limits.
Officer returned a phone call to a subject in the 500 block of Monty View who had questions in regards to suspicious behavior.
A traffic report was taken in the area of Highway 100 and High St. for a subject operating a motor vehicle with a suspended driver license.
Officers responded to the area of Hwy 100 and A Roy for a motorist assist.
Officers responded to the 1000 block of Caroline Dr. for a 911 call with an open line.
Officers are investigating a delayed motor vehicle accident report that occurred earlier in the day at Hwy 47 and Steutermann Rd.
City of Washington Emergency Management Agency
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🚨 FRIDAY FRAUD FACTS 🚨
It starts with a message… a connection… a relationship.
Romance scammers build trust by meeting victims on social media or dating sites, then quickly move the conversation to apps like WhatsApp, where it’s harder to track.
Once they’ve gained your trust, the requests begin:
💸 Emergency expenses
💸 Travel costs
💸 Medical bills
These scams prey on emotions like loneliness, love, and generosity. And they don’t happen overnight… some go on for months or even years, costing victims thousands.
🚩 Red Flags to Watch For:
• Refuses to meet in person
• Wants to move conversations off the original platform
• Always has a reason they need money
• Creates urgency or emotional pressure
🛑 Protect Yourself:
Never send money to someone you’ve only met online—no matter how real it feels.
⚠️⚠️ A real example of a romance scam that was reported to the Washington Police Department was an individual who met a romantic partner on a popular dating website. Over the course of two years, the romantic relationship grew, but victim never actually met the person they were talking to. Over that time, the scammer consistently told the victim that they needed money for various things such as clothing and food. Feeling that they were in love with the person they were talking to, the victim sent nearly 1 million dollars over the lifespan of the scam to the scammer. It was later determined that the scammer was based overseas, as is the case in many of these scams.
Share this post to help protect others. Awareness can stop a scam before it starts.
