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
Night Shift Summary. Date:08/27/2026
Officers checked the well being of tow subjects near Washington Square. Alarm sounding in the 1800 block of West Main Street. A motorist was assisted near the intersection of A Roy Drive and Highway 100. A motorist was assisted on Highway 100 near Brookview Drive. A subject was arrested for DWI during a traffic stop near the intersection of Highway 100 and Rabbit Trail Drive. The area of High Street and James Street was checked for careless driving. Officers assisted another agency in the 900 block of East 5th Street. A peace disturbance was reported in the 200 block of Front Street.
Day Shift Summary. 08/27/2026:
A code violation was reported in Southwinds Circle
A vehicle was reported stolen from the 200 block of Carriage Court. The vehicle was later recovered and a subject was taken into custody in relation to the offense.
A vehicle crash was reported in the area if West 5th and High Street
A civil standy by was conducted in the 3200 block of Deutsch Crest Court
A subject was arrested during a traffic stop for outstanding warrants
An ex-parte violation was reported in the 200 block of Sir Williams Court
Have you received your post card from Waste Connections yet? 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)
Day Shift Summary. 08/26/2026
Vehicle crash reported on Bluejay at Sunnyside
A domestic disturbance was reported in the 600 block of Penn
An informational report was taken from the area of 800 West Pride Drive
A vehicle crash was reported on Heritage Hills Drive
A stealing was reported in the 1800 block of Hwy A
Officers with this department were asked to assist Franklin County to check the well being of a subject that possibly in our venue.
A leaving the scene crash was reported in the 200 block of Olive
A suspicious person was reported in the 400 block of Lafayette
Alarm in the 500 block of East 14th St
A vehicle crash was reported in the 1400 block of Jefferson
Sweeping grass clipping off patios, walkways, and streets is important. It helps prevent tripping hazards as well as to prevent excess grass clippings going down the storm inlets. Excess grass clippings can clog the storm system and cause unnecessary flooding, but organic debris also pollutes our waterways and can cause eutrophication – a reduction in oxygen levels in our rivers and lakes which harms and kills aquatic wildlife.
#SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday #Sweepdon’tspray
Mark your calendars, Washington! 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)
Courage2Report: Speak Up. Help Keep Our Schools Safe.
School safety is everyone’s responsibility.
If you see or hear something that makes you concerned about a potential threat to students or school staff, say something. Reporting a concern is not snitching or tattling. Your decision to speak up could help prevent school violence, protect someone from being hurt, or help a student get the support they need.
If it is an emergency or someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
For non-emergency concerns, you can:
• Talk to a teacher, counselor, administrator, SRO, or another trusted adult at school.
• Talk to your parents or another trusted adult.
• Submit a confidential tip to Courage2Report Missouri.
Courage2Report is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Anyone can submit a tip, including students, parents, school personnel, and concerned citizens. You do not have to provide your name.
Tips can involve concerns occurring at school, school events, on school buses, at bus stops, or while traveling to and from school.
When you submit a tip, trained analysts gather the information and forward the report to local law enforcement and the appropriate school officials for follow-up. Please do not close out the website until after the analysist has spoken with you. Some tips require more information that what is initially given.
You don't have to know exactly what is going to happen. You just need to speak up when something doesn't seem right.
When it comes to school safety, your voice matters.
https://www.courage2reportmo.com/c2r/submit
Please be advised that the Riverfront Trail will be closed at the west end of the loop from Wednesday, August 26, 2026, through Friday, August 28, 2026, while crews make necessary repairs to the bridge.
The concrete around the bridge has been washed out, and repairs are needed to ensure the area is safe for trail users.
We appreciate your patience and understanding while we work to get the trail back in safe, usable condition. Please use caution and do not enter the closed area while repairs are underway.
Thank you for your cooperation! 🚧
📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
📍 Wolf Hollow Golf Club | Labadie, MO
This year's event will help support the re-establishment of the Washington Police Department K-9 Unit. Starting a K-9 program is a BIG undertaking. It involves much more than simply purchasing a dog. The program requires specialized training for the dog and handler, equipment, food, shelter, veterinary care, and continued funding and support.
Your support at this year's golf tournament will help us take the next steps toward bringing a K-9 back to the Washington Police Department.
Donations are welcome, and sponsorship opportunities are still available. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
We appreciate everyone who has supported this effort and helped us move this project forward.
#WashMO #PawPatrol #SniffingOutCrime #WorkingDog #CommunityPolicing
🐾 2 WEEKS UNTIL DOGGIE DIP! 🐾
The countdown is on! Just 2 weeks until our four-legged friends get to take over the pool at the Agnes Nolting Aquatic Complex! 🐶💦
Have you and your pup registered yet? There’s still time, but space is limited, so be sure to get signed up before the deadline!
🌊 Swimming • 🐾 Playing • 🐕 Fun • 🎉 A special treat for our pups!
We can’t wait to see all of our furry friends splashing around! ❤️
Day Shift Summary. 08/25/26
Officers responded to the area of Southwinds and E. 14th St. for and conducted a check the wellbeing.
Officers responded to Hwy 100 and Hwy 47 and assisted a motorist who was having car issues.
Officers responded to Hwy 100 and Hwy 47 and assisted a motorist who was having car issues.
Officers responded to Madison and E. 6th St. and investigated a motor vehicle accident.
Officers made contact with a subject who came into the police department with questions regarding a keep the peace.
Officers made contact with a subject who came into the station to report a road rage incident that took place on 08/21/26.
Three subjects were arrested for various charges and outstanding warrants during a traffic stop.
Officers responded to a parking lot located in the Clocktower Plaza for a private property motor vehicle accident.
Officers responded to the area of E. 4th St. and Market St. for a homeless activity.
Officers responded to a business located on A Roy Dr. for an alarm sounding.
In addition to the tips shared in the attached graphics, please watch the included video which talks about how to be safe when posting photos of your kids on the first day of school.
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DH3V8qbHh/
