Prosecutor rules February officer involved shooting justified

LOCATED: Charles Robert Miller Jr.

March 23, 2023

LOCATED: Charles Robert Miller Jr.

Springfield, Mo. – Charles Robert Miller Jr. has been safely located. Thank you to those who assisted in the search.

Previous Information:

The Springfield Police Department is aski...

Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Charles Robert Miller Jr.

March 23, 2023

Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Charles Robert Miller Jr.

Springfield, Mo. – The Springfield Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating an endangered missing person. &nbs...

Pedestrian killed in traffic crash, driver remains unidentified

March 22, 2023

Pedestrian killed in traffic crash, driver remains unidentified

Springfield, Mo. – On March 6, 2023, at 8:33 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian in...

Springfield Police conduct “Move Over or Get Pulled Over,” issue 42 citations

SPD graduates 18 officers from 76th Police Academy

LOCATED: Michael A. Hines safely located.

Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Michael A. Hines

Springfield Police Investigate South Jefferson Shooting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Springfield, Mo. - On Mar. 12, 2023, at approximately 6:17 p.m., Springfield Police officers responded to the Git N Go convenience store located at 3030 S. Jefferson in reference to 911 calls reporting multiple gunshots fired...

Results of March 11 saturation patrol

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 Springfield, Mo. - On March 11, 2023, officers with the Springfield Police Department, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office, and the Missouri State Highway Patrol conducted a DWI Saturation Patrol.  ...

Fatality Motor Vehicle Crash

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 Springfield, Mo. -  On March 8, 2023, at 5:01 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the area of Republic Road and National regarding a motor vehicle crash.

A red 2000 Chevrolet S...

Springfield Police Investigate Homicide on South Clifton Avenue

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

On March 7, 2023, at approximately 3:29 a.m., Springfield police officers were dispatched to 206 S. Clifton Ave. after a 911 caller advised that a female at that location was unconscious and not breathing. Officers and EMS responded a...

Springfield Police Investigate Found Human Skeletal Remains

Springfield Police Department’s 2022 Annual Report now available

Applications open for Springfield Police Department motorcycle safety course

Springfield crime down 17 percent overall in 2022

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Springfield, Mo. – The Springfield Police Department’s 2022 crime report tracks and analyzes more than 50 crime types in three categories: crimes against persons, crimes against property and crimes against...

Fatality Motor Vehicle Crash

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

On Feb. 20 at 6:58 a.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the area of West Bypass and Battlefield regarding a motor vehicle crash.

A white 2018 Jeep Renegade, driven by Amy Cummings (53 of Republic), was sou...

Fatality Motor Vehicle Crash

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

On Feb.. 15 at 6:34 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the area of National and Lakewood regarding a motor vehicle crash involving a vehicle and a bicyclist.

A gray 2013 Chrysler Town and Country van, dr...

LOCATED: Faith Luckey safely located.

SPD seeks help locating endangered missing juvenile

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

We are asking for the public’s assistance to locate 11-year-old Faith Luckey. 

Luckey's last known location was 1212 W. Lombard in Springfield on Feb. 3  at approximately 6:30 p.m. She is ...

DWI Patrol Saturation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

On Feb. 11, 2023, officers from the Springfield Police Department conducted a DWI saturation patrol.  Officers utilized marked patrol vehicles to enforce hazardous moving violations commonly associated with intoxicated drivin...

Fatal motorcycle vehicle crash

Springfield Police Arrest S. Linden Shooting Suspect

Springfield Police Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

On Feb. 1, 2023, at 1:46 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were sent to Tom Watkins Park at 2100 W. High St. to check the well-being of a male who was making suicidal statements.  When the officers arrived, they contacted the...

DWI Patrol Saturation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 On Jan. 21, 2023, officers with the Springfield Police Department and the Greene County Sheriff’s Office conducted a DWI saturation patrol.  Officers utilized marked patrol vehicles to enforce hazardous mo...

Fatality Motor Vehicle Crash

City seeks applicants for Police Civilian Review Board

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The City of Springfield is seeking applicants for the Police-Civilian Review Board, a seven-member volunteer board that meets as needed to review appeals made by private citizens of determinations made by the Springfield Police Depart...

Fatal motor vehicle crash

Fatality Motor Vehicle Crash

Fatality Motor Vehicle Crash

Springfield Police Investigating Double Homicide at N. Link Ave.

UPDATED: Police investigate shooting of juvenile

Police investigate shooting of juvenile

SPD honors and welcomes two new officers

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Springfield, Mo. – On Friday, Dec. 16, the Springfield Police Department (SPD) welcomed one new officer into the ranks who graduated from the 21^st Lateral Police Academy and also welcomed a former officer back to SPD.

A later...

Join Chief Williams tomorrow for “Coffee with the Chief”

SPD Captain graduates from FBI National Academy

Springfield Police Investigate Murder/Suicide

LOCATED: Tamiah “Mia” F. Kendrix

Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Tamiah “Mia” F. Kendrix

Springfield Police, MSHP conduct saturation patrol, arrest eight impaired drivers

Driver killed in two-vehicle crash

Public’s assistance needed in identifying vehicle driver

Pedestrian killed at Campbell Ave., Plainview Rd.

Springfield Police Department honors three promotions

Driver killed in single-vehicle crash

Tips needed in N. Lone Pine Ave. homicide

Bicyclist killed in single-vehicle crash

Public’s assistance needed in identifying robbery suspect

LOCATED - Silver Alert: Carl James Beach

Silver Alert: Carl James Beach

Join Chief Williams tomorrow for “Coffee with the Chief”

Springfield police investigating a homicide on N. Lone Pine Ave.

Pedestrian killed in single-vehicle crash

Springfield police investigating a murder/suicide

Infant sleep-related deaths up 150% in 2022

SPD participating in “MOvember,” fundraising for Choose 2 Live

Springfield Police investigate officer-involved shooting

Join Chief Williams tomorrow for “Coffee with the Chief”

LOCATED - Silver Alert: Donald Deyoung

Silver Alert: Donald Deyoung

UPDATE - Silver Alert: Anatoli Dvorschi

SPD advises public of potential scam

Pedestrian killed in single-vehicle crash

Join Springfield Police for Coffee with a Cop at Panera Bread

Oct. 3, 2022

Join Springfield Police for Coffee with a Cop at Panera Bread

Springfield, Mo. - All five Springfield Panera Bread locations will host Springfield Police Department officers and the community between 7:30 - 9:30 a.m., on Wednesday, Oct...

Endangered Silver Alert: Anatoli Dvorschi

Endangered Silver Alert: Anatoli Dvorschi

N. Lyon homicide suspect located, found deceased

N. Lyon homicide suspect vehicle located, search for Robert S. Parmley continues

Springfield Police Investigating North Lyon Ave. Shooting as a Homicide

Fatal motor vehicle crash

76th Springfield Police Academy Welcomes 22 Recruits

Fatal two-vehicle crash involving motorcycle

Springfield Police Department Honors 10 Promotions

Sept. 9, 2022 

Springfield Police Department Honors 10 Promotions

Springfield, Mo. – On Thursday, Sept. 8, the Springfield Police Department recognized the promotions of nine sworn officers and one non-sworn professional staff me...

Applications open for Springfield Police Department motorcycle safety course

Fatal single-vehicle crash

Springfield Police investigate officer-involved shooting

Local kids invited to meet MSU players, SPD officers at Bears, Badges & Kids

Sept. 2, 2022

Local kids invited to meet MSU players, SPD officers at Bears, Badges & Kids

Springfield, Mo. - All kids, grades K-6 are invited to Bears, Badges & Kids on Saturday, Sept. 17, at Silver Springs Park (1100 N. Hampton Ave.) from...

Register for the 2022 Stop the Violence Conference

Fatal two-vehicle crash involving motorcycle

Join Chief Williams tomorrow for “Coffee with the Chief”

Springfield Police conduct saturation patrol, arrest six drivers

LOCATED: Endangered Silver Alert: Spencer Tomlin

Endangered Silver Alert: Spencer Tomlin

Springfield Police Investigating Homicide on S. Scenic Ave.

Traffic fatality involving pedestrian

Pedestrian death in motor vehicle crash ruled a suicide

Police officers, fire fighters to face off on basketball court

Livestream the 75th Springfield Police Academy graduation

You're invited to family-friendly National Night Out

Join Chief Williams tomorrow for “Coffee with the Chief”

Pedestrian killed in motor vehicle crash

Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

Suspicious deaths determined to be murder-suicide

Springfield Police Investigate Traffic Fatality Involving Motorcycle

Springfield Police Investigate Traffic Fatality

Three retire from SPD after 25 years of service

Charges filed on the homicide at S. Campbell Homicide

Springfield Police Investigate S. Campbell Homicide

Join Chief Williams tomorrow for “Coffee with the Chief”

Fatal Motorcycle Crash

LOCATED: Jessica E. Szymaszek

June 25, 2022

LOCATED: Jessica E. Szymaszek 

Springfield, Mo. – Thank you to those who assisted in the search. Jessica Szymaszek has been safely located. 

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Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Jessica E. Szymaszek

June 25, 2022

Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Jessica E. Szymaszek 

Springfield, Mo. – The Springfield Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating an endangered missing person.   

Jess...

Springfield Police Investigating a Murder/Suicide

Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

Springfield Police Investigating a Homicide at N. Grant Ave.

Springfield Police Department Honors Four Promotions

June 6, 2022

Springfield Police Department Honors Four Promotions

Springfield, Mo. - On Monday, June 6, 2022, the Springfield Police Department recognized the promotions of two sworn officers and two non-sworn professional staff members.

Promoted to...

Annual award ceremony recognizes SPD officers, one civilian

Warrant Issued for Suspect in S. Glenview Ave. Homicide

Homicide Investigation Underway on S. Glenview Ave.

Springfield Police Conduct Operation Safe Ride

Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident

Three Springfield Women Missing for 30 Years

Springfield Police Investigating Double Homicide on north Boonville Ave.

UPDATE: Carjacking suspect taken into custody in Iowa.

UPDATE: Carjacking suspect taken into custody in Iowa. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESpringfield, Mo. – Springfield Police Department is asking for help identifying a male who is a suspect in a carjacking (SPD #22-13646) on April 30, 2022, at Ku...

Motorcyclist identified in fatal motor vehicle crash

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Springfield Police responded to the area of West Bypass and Grand on May 10, 2022, at 5:28 p.m., regarding a motor vehicle crash involving a pickup truck and a motorcycle.

The initial investigation indicated a black 2022 Harley-Davidso...

Police seek help identifying carjacking suspect

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESpringfield, Mo. – Springfield Police Department is asking for help identifying a male who is a suspect in a carjacking (SPD #22-13646) on April 30, 2022, at Kum & Go at 2161 E. Republic Road. The stolen vehicle is a dar...

Join Chief Williams tomorrow for “Coffee with the Chief”

SPD Honors and Welcomes Lateral Academy Graduates

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Crash Involving Pedestrian

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Crash Involving Pedestrian

Join Chief Williams tomorrow for “Coffee with the Chief”

LOCATED - Silver Advisory: Esther Bedell

Silver Advisory: Esther Bedell

Individual identified related to recently reported incidents

LOCATED – Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Kesley L. Marquez

April 8, 2022

LOCATED – Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Kesley L. Marquez 

Springfield, Mo. – Kesley L. Marquez has been safely located. 

Thank you to all who assisted in the search. 

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Two SPD Lieutenants Graduate Missouri Police Chiefs’ Command College

Public’s assistance needed in identifying vehicle

Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Kesley L. Marquez

April 5, 2022 

Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Kesley L. Marquez 

Springfield, Mo. – The Springfield Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating an endangered missing perso...

Criminal Charges Filed in S. Fremont Homicide, Related Assault

Springfield Police Department’s 2021 Annual Report now available

Apply now for SPD's spring 2022 Citizens Police Academy

?Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Ryder Green, Resean Green, Ramello Green

Springfield Police Investigating East Commercial St. Shooting as a Homicide

Criminal charges filed in violent death

Springfield Police investigate fatal vehicle crash

Join Chief Williams tomorrow for “Coffee with the Chief”

Applications open for Springfield Police Department motorcycle safety course

Springfield Police investigate fatal crash

Springfield Police change front lobby, telephone reporting hours

Springfield Police Investigate Infant Death

Springfield crime down 6.9 percent overall in 2021

Springfield Police investigate report of human remains

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 4, 2022

Springfield Police investigate report of human remains 

Springfield, Mo. – The Springfield Police Department received information indicating that human remains had been buried at 810 W. Catalpa....

Police, Fire face off on the ice, raise $7,300 for charity

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Springfield Police launch crime prevention initiative

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 1, 2022

Springfield Police launch crime prevention initiative 

Springfield, Mo. - With the goal of reducing crime in the community and educating the public, the Springfield Police Department has launched a crime ...

LOCATED - Endangered Silver Advisory: Jody Ralph Stogner

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 1, 2022

LOCATED - Endangered Silver Advisory: Jody Ralph Stogner

Jody Ralph Stogner has been safely located.

Thank you to all who assisted in the search.

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Previous release:

The Springfield Police Department is investigating a re...

Endangered Silver Advisory: Jody Ralph Stogner

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 28, 2022

Endangered Silver Advisory: Jody Ralph Stogner

The Springfield Police Department is investigating a report of a missing endangered person and is asking for assistance from the public. 

Jody Ralph Stogner, 61, i...

SPD is “Freezin’ for a Reason” next Saturday

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 25, 2022  

SPD is “Freezin’ for a Reason” next Saturday

Springfield, Mo. – The sixth annual Polar Plunge, hosted by the Springfield Police Department and Missouri State ...

Springfield Police warn of counterfeit prescription pill trend

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 25, 2022  

Springfield Police warn of counterfeit prescription pill trend 

Springfield, Mo. –  The Springfield Police Department recently seized large quantities of pills that look like Oxyco...

Springfield Police Investigating South Glenstone Ave. Assault as a Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 23, 2022  

Springfield Police Investigating South Glenstone Ave. Assault as a Homicide

On January 30, 2022, at approximately 1:23 a.m., Springfield Police Officers responded to a 911 call for an assault in the...

LOCATED – Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Kelsey Usher

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 23, 2022  

LOCATED – Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Kelsey Usher 

Kelsey Usher has been safely located.

Thank you to all who assisted in the search.

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Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Kelsey Usher

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 23, 2022

Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Kelsey Usher

The Springfield Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating an endangered missing person.  

Kelsey Usher, 29, a white female, w...

Deployed SPD Officers Welcomed Home by Motorcade

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 17, 2022

Deployed SPD Officers Welcomed Home by Motorcade

On February 16, Officers Daniel Carlson and Brandon Gonzalez returned home from a year-long deployment in Cuba. The officers were welcomed by a Springfield Police Depart...

Traffic Advisory: Three intersections closed for JRPS demolition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 17, 2022

Traffic Advisory: Three intersections closed for JRPS demolition

Springfield, Mo. – On Saturday, Feb. 19, at 8:30 a.m., members of Springfield Police Department’s traffic section w...

Springfield Police Investigating Cherry St. Shooting as a Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 14, 2022

Springfield Police Investigating Cherry St. Shooting as a Homicide

On February 13, 2022, at approximately 10:30 p.m., officers responded to Cherry Creek Apartments located at 2107 E. Cherry Street following a 911 calle...

Westbound Kearney closed between Fremont, National

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 11, 2022

Westbound Kearney closed between Fremont, National

The westbound lanes of Kearney are closed between Fremont Ave. and National Ave. while officers process a scene. The public is advised to avoid this area.

More informat...

LOCATED - Endangered, Missing Person Advisory: Kelsey S. Jones

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 10, 2022

Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Kelsey S. Jones

Kelsey S. Jones has been safely located.

Thank you to all who assisted in the search.

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The Springfield Police Department is asking for the public&...

Endangered, Missing Person Advisory: Kelsey S. Jones

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 10, 2022

Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Kelsey S. Jones

The Springfield Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating an endangered missing person.  

Kelsey S. Jones was reported mis...

Endangered Silver Advisory: Jeanne Cable LOCATED

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 4, 2022 

Endangered Silver Advisory: Jeanne Cable LOCATED

Jeanne Cable has been safely located by investigators. 

Thank you to all who assisted in the search. 

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Endangered Silver Advisory: Jeanne Cable

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 4, 2022 

Endangered Silver Advisory: Jeanne Cable

The Springfield Police Department is investigating a report of a missing endangered person and is asking for assistance from the public. 

The missing ...

Springfield Police Department Investigating Suspicious Deaths

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 1, 2022

Springfield Police Department Investigating Suspicious Deaths

On January 31, 2022, at 1:23 p.m., officers were dispatched to the National Cemetery at 1702 E. Seminole regarding a 911 caller stating there were ...

Springfield Police Department Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 29, 2022

Springfield Police Department Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting

On January 28, 2022, at 6:54 p.m., officers were dispatched to 1004 E. McDaniel #6 for a domestic disturbance where a man was armed with a ...

Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Emma Miller LOCATED

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 29, 2022

Endangered Missing Person Advisory: Emma Miller LOCATED

Emma Miller has been safely located following a Crime Stopper tip.

Thank you to all who assisted in the search.

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The Springfield Police Department...

Endangered, Missing Person Advisory: Emma Miller

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 28, 2022

Endangered, Missing Person Advisory: Emma Miller

The Springfield Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating an endangered missing person.  

Emma Miller is an one-year-old black...

Springfield Police Department Honors Four Promotions

January 26, 2022

Springfield Police Department Honors Four Promotions

On Wednesday, January 26, 2022, the Springfield Police Department recognized the promotions of three sworn officers and one non-sworn employee.

Promoted to Sergeant: 

• Officer Jaso...

Missing Person: Joseph D. Sparks

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 25, 2022

Missing Person: Joseph D. Sparks

The Springfield Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing person.  

Joseph D. Sparks is an 38-year-old white male. He is 5'...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatality Crash

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 25, 2022

Springfield Police Investigate Fatality Crash

Springfield police were dispatched to the intersection of U.S. Highway 65 and Battlefield Road at 2:55 p.m., on January 23, 2022, regarding a single-vehicle crash.  ...

75th Springfield Police Academy Welcomes 27 Recruits

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 24, 2022

75^th Springfield Police Academy Welcomes 27 Recruits

Members of the Springfield Police Department welcomed 27 recruits to the 75^th Springfield Police Academy today. 

Recruits come from across the country includi...

Update to Springfield Police Investigate In-Custody Death

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 24, 2022

Update to In-Custody Death Investigation

The Springfield Police Department has located and notified the family of the man who died after being arrested by Springfield Police on January 22, 2022.

The deceased is Tymel Bo...

Springfield Police Investigate In-Custody Death

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 23, 2022

Springfield Police Investigate In-Custody Death 

On January 22, 2022, at 8:27 p.m., Officers were dispatched to 949 S. Grant, Casey’s, in reference to a check person call.  Officers arrived o...

Cris Swaters named Springfield Police Department Public Affairs Officer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Cris Swaters has been named public affairs officer for Springfield Police Department. She is part of the City of Springfield’s Department of Public Information and Civic Engagement and serves as the primary contact for the police depa...

Springfield Police Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 23, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Officer-Involved 

On December 23, 2021, at 3:27 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were sent to 240 E. Nort...

Springfield Police Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 20, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting

On December 20, 2021, at approximately 2:03 a.m., Springfield Police Officers were checking a black and white spray-painted Chevrolet Gladiator van at the Fast ...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatality Crash

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 14, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Fatality Crash

Springfield police were dispatched to the intersection of Glenstone and Portland at 9:26 P.M., on December 11, 2021, regarding a motor vehicle crash involving two passenger...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Crash Involving Pedestrian

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 14, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Crash Involving Pedestrian

Springfield police responded to the 3800 block of West Chestnut Expressway at 6:20 P.M., on December 10, 2021, regarding a motor vehicle crash i...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Marion Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 07, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate N. Marion Homicide

On December 6^th, 2021, at approximately 3:28 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to 2051 N. Marion in reference to a subject having been shot. &...

Springfield Police Non-emergency Phone Lines Temporary Outage

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 7, 2021

Springfield Police Non-emergency Phone Lines Temporary Outage 

Due to city-wide phone maintenance, Springfield Police non-emergency phone lines will experience a temporary outage on December 7th, between noon a...

Motorcycle Crash Turns Fatal

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 6, 2021

Motorcycle Crash Turns Fatal

The Springfield Police Department was notified today that Dale Goben, a 52-year-old male from Springfield, Missouri, died on November 25, 2021 at a local hospital as a result of injuries sus...

Springfield Police Investigate S. Fremont Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 05, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate S. Fremont Homicide

On December 4^th, 2021, at approximately 11:07 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to 2215 S. Fremont in reference to 911 calls of shots being fired in th...

SILVER ALERT Canceled - Barbara Crismas Located

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 27, 2021

SILVER ALERT CANCELED: Barbara Crismas Located

Barbara J. Crismas was located at about 7:56 p.m. on November 27, 2021. After seeing the Silver Alert, a citizen called the Springfield Police Department and was...

SILVER ALERT - Missing Endangered: Barbara Crismas

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 27, 2021

SILVER ALERT – Missing Endangered: Barbara Crismas

The Springfield Police Department is investigating a report of a missing endangered person and is asking for assistance from the public.

The missing...

Springfield Police Investigating East Morningside St. shooting as a Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 22, 2021

Springfield Police Investigating East Morningside St. shooting as a Homicide

On November 21, 2021, at approximately 11:35 a.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to 802 E. Morningside St. due to a 911 ca...

Update : Arrest Made in Neighborhood Assault

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 18, 2021

UPDATE:

Arrest Made in Neighborhood Assault

On November 8th, 2021, at 5:41 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to the 1100 block of E. Meadowmere in response to a report to a female being assaulted. &n...

Springfield Police Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 12, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting

On November 11, 2021, at approximately 9:39 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to Downing Street Pour House located at 1724 E. Battlefield for a c...

Springfield Police Continue Investigating Neighborhood Assault

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 11, 2021

Springfield Police Continue Investigating Neighborhood Assault

On November 8th, 2021, at 5:41 p.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to the 1100 block of E. Meadowmere for the report of a female being assaulted. &...

Updated: Livestream the 74th Springfield Police Academy Graduation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 9, 2021

Livestream the 74th Springfield Police Academy Graduation

Graduation ceremonies for the officers of the 74^th Springfield Police Academy will be held Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021 at Park Crest Baptist Church, 816 W. R...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatality Crash on West Bypass

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 2, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Fatality Crash on West Bypass

On Oct. 31, 2021 at 8:10 a.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to 2200 South West Bypass regarding two motor vehicles involved in a head-on colli...

October 13th Crash at Grant and Commercial Turns Fatal

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Oct. 27, 2021

October 13^th Crash at Grant and Commercial Turns Fatal

On Oct. 13, 2021, at 4:51 p.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to the intersection of Grant and Commercial regarding a vehicle striking a pedes...

June Traffic Crash at Kearney and West Bypass Turns Fatal

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 25, 2021

June Traffic Crash at Kearney and West Bypass Turns Fatal

On Oct. 20, 2021, officers with the Springfield Police Department were notified that a driver involved in a June 16^th traffic crash had died while in a...

Springfield Police Investigating West Lynn St. shooting as a Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Oct. 25, 2021

Springfield Police Investigating West Lynn St. shooting as a Homicide

On Oct. 24, 2021, at 5:19 a.m., Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to 1118 W. Division St. after a 911 caller said a person had possibly been s...

Springfield Police Now Investigating North Glenstone Assault as a Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Oct. 21, 2021

Springfield Police Now Investigating North Glenstone Assault as a Homicide

On Sept. 1, 2021, at approximately 9:45 p.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to the Applebee’s parking lot at 2430 N. Glenstone A...

Police Chief Paul Williams Provides Comprehensive State-of-Policing Update at City Council

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 Oct. 21, 2021

Springfield Police Chief Paul Williams Provides Comprehensive State-of-Policing Update at City Council Retreat

On Oct. 20, 2021, Springfield Police Chief Paul Williams presented during the Springfield City Counci...

Oct. 8th Crash at Fort and Sunshine Turns Fatal

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Oct. 21, 2021

Oct. 8^th Crash at Fort and Sunshine Turns Fatal

On Oct. 19, 2021, 40-year-old Catherine Williams from Springfield, MO, died as a result of injuries sustained in a crash early this month. 

On Oct. 8, 2021,...

Springfield Police Investigate W. Elm Officer-Involved Shooting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Oct. 18, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate W. Elm Officer-Involved Shooting

On Oct.17, 2021, at 1:10 p.m., a Springfield Police Officer was at the Kum N Go at 215 S. Kansas Expressway when the officer observed a wanted suspe...

Norton Road Homicide investigation results in two arrests

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Norton Rd Homicide investigation results in two arrests

On Oct. 7, 2021, at 4:41 p.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to 422 E. Norton Rd. for a person sustaining a gunshot wound. When officers arrived, they found two...

Correction: Juvenile Maddalee M Lands still MISSING

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Oct. 7, 2021 

Correction: Juvenile Maddalee M Lands still MISSING  

We are is asking for the public’s assistance to locate 15-year-old Maddalee M Lands. 

Maddalee's last known location was 26...

Join Springfield Police for Coffee with a Cop at Panera Bread (500 S. National)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Oct. 5, 2021

Join Springfield Police for Coffee with a Cop at Panera Bread (500 S. National)

Panera Bread (500 S. National)  will host Springfield Police Department officers and the community between 7:30 - 9:30 a.m., on Wednes...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatality Crash at Sunshine and Marion

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Oct. 12, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Fatality Crash

Springfield police were dispatched to the intersection of Sunshine and Marion at 10:57 P.M., on October 9, 2021, regarding a single-vehicle crash.  

The initial investi...

Springfield Police Investigate Double Fatality Crash at National and Montclair

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Oct. 4, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Double Fatality Crash at National and Montclair

On Oct. 2, 2021, at 4:41 p.m., Springfield police were dispatched to the intersection of National and Montclair regarding a motor vehi...

SPD Honors and Welcomes Lateral Academy Graduates

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Oct. 1, 2021 

SPD Honors and Welcomes Lateral Academy Graduates

On Friday, Oct. 1st, the Springfield Police Department welcomed two new officers into the ranks after graduating from our 19^th Lateral Police Academy. The new grad...

Five Graduate from Springfield Police Department Cadet Academy

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Oct. 1, 2021 

Five Graduate from Springfield Police Department Cadet Academy

On Sept. 30, 2021, five young men and women, ages 16-19, graduated from the Springfield Police Cadet Academy. In order to graduate, the cadets had to ...

SPD Releases 2021 Midyear Crime Report

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Sept. 30, 2021 

SPD Releases 2021 Midyear Crime Report

The Springfield Police Department’s 2021 midyear crime report tracks and analyzes more than 50 types of crime within three categories, Crime Against Persons, Crimes Against...

Join Chief Williams for "Coffee with the Chief" Wednesday

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Sept. 28, 2021

Join Chief Williams for "Coffee with the Chief" Wednesday

Springfield Police Department Clears Sexual Assault Kit Backlog

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Sept. 23, 2021

Springfield Police Department Clears Sexual Assault Kit Backlog 

On Sept. 23, 2021, the Springfield Police Department cleared its backlog of sexual assault kits, shipping the final 15 kits to a lab for...

Local Youth Invited to Bears, Badges, and Kids This Saturday

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Sept 19, 2021

Local Kids Invited to Bears, Badges, and Kids This Saturday

All kids, grades K-6 are invited to Bears, Badges, and Kids this Saturday, September 25th  from 10:30 a.m. to Noon at John B. Hughes Apartments (2100 N. ...

Fallen Independence Police Officer Donates Kidney to Springfield Police Officer

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Sept. 20, 2021

Fallen Independence Police Officer Donates Kidney to Springfield Police Officer

Two Missouri police officers never got to meet but will forever be connected after the sacrifice of one, grants hope of a second ch...

Register Today for 2021 Virtual Stop the Violence Conference

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Sept. 16, 2021

Register Today for 2021 Virtual Stop the Violence Conference

The seventh annual Stop the Violence Conference will take place virtually on Tuesday, Oct. 5th from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Stop Violence Conference is a com...

Springfield Police Investigate Double Fatality Crash at Cherry and Glenstone

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Sept. 1, 2021 

Springfield Police Investigate Double Fatality Crash at Cherry and Glenstone

On Aug. 27, 2021, at 9:42 p.m., Springfield police were dispatched to the intersection of Cherry and Glenstone for a traffic crash invo...

Springfield Police Now Investigating Walnut Lawn St. Assault as a Homicide

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Sept. 1, 2021

Springfield Police Now Investigating Walnut Lawn St. Assault as a Homicide

On Aug. 31, 2021, the victim from an Aug. 25^th assault, identified as 74-year-old Larry E. Woods from Springfield, MO, died from...

Springfield Police Now Investigating Atlantic St. Assault as a Homicide

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Aug. 30, 2021

Springfield Police Now Investigating Atlantic St. Assault as a Homicide

On Aug. 28, 2021, at approximately 11:41 a.m., the Springfield Police Department responded to 219 W. Atlantic St. for a wellness check. When officers ...

UPDATE: Nancy Lee Gibson LOCATED

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Aug. 29, 2021

UPDATE: Nancy Lee Gibson LOCATED 

Nancy Lee Gibson was located safely. Thank you to all who assisted in the search .

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UPDATE: Addison Walker Located

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Aug. 25, 2021

UPDATE: Addison Walker Located

Addison Walker was safely located in Springfield. Thank you to everyone who helped with the search. 

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The Springfield Police Depart...

Springfield Police Department Partners with Cordico to Launch Wellness App

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Aug. 24, 2021

Springfield Police Department Partners with Cordico to Launch Wellness App

Mental and physical wellness is critical to a professional, successful police force. Law enforcement officers are exposed to traumatic incidents at...

Update: Hali J. Evans LOCATED

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Aug. 22, 2021

Update: Hali J. Evans LOCATED

On Sunday, Aug. 22, 2021, officers with the Springfield Police Department located Hali J. Evans safely in Springfield.

Thank you to everyone who assisted in the search. 

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Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash at Chestnut Expy and Airport Blvd

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Aug. 20, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash at Chestnut Expy and Airport Blvd

On Aug. 19, 2021, at 6:47 p.m., Springfield police were dispatched to the intersection of West Chestnut Expy and Airport Blvd for a si...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash at Campbell and James River Freeway

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Aug. 6, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash at Campbell and James River Freeway

On Aug. 19, 2021, at 10:44 a.m., Springfield police were called to the intersection of Campbell and James River/US 60 regarding a fou...

You're Invited to "Coffee with the Chief" This Thursday

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Aug. 18, 2021

You're Invited to "Coffee with the Chief" This Thursday

Springfield Police Investigating W. Kearney Shooting as a Homicide

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Aug. 13, 2021

Springfield Police Investigating W. Kearney Shooting as a Homicide

On Aug. 13, 2021, at approximately 2:06 p.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to the Conoco Village Mart at 2720 W. Kearney afte...

Springfield Police Now Investigating South Ave. Shooting as a Homicide

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August 13, 2021

Springfield Police Now Investigating South Ave. Shooting as a Homicide

On Aug 5, 2021, at 3:39 p.m., Springfield police were dispatched to the intersection of Campbell and Sunshine for a motor vehicle accident. When offi...

LOCATED: Marteze "Tez" Ward

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Aug. 12, 2021

LOCATED: Marteze "Tez" Ward

After tips from community members and a thorough investigation by the Springfield Police Department's Criminal Investigations Unit, Marteze "Tez" Ward was ...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Crash at Olive and Warren

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Aug. 9, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Crash at Olive and Warren

On Aug. 6, 2021, at 7:37 p.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to the intersection of Olive and Warren for a two-vehicle crash.  

The initi...

Motorcycle Crash at Walnut Lawn and Campbell Turns Fatal

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Aug. 6, 2021

Motorcycle Crash at Walnut Lawn and Campbell Turns Fatal

On Aug. 1, 2021, at 10:19 p.m. Springfield police were dispatched to the intersection of Campbell and Walnut Lawn after two motorcycles struck a v...

UPDATE: Kevin Doty LOCATED

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Aug. 6, 2021

UPDATE:  Kevin Doty LOCATED

Missing person Kevin Doty was located safely in Springfield.  Thank you to those who assisted in the search.  

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End of Watch Ride to Remember to Honor SPD Officer Chris Walsh on Sunday

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Aug. 5, 2021

C O N T A C T: Jagrut "JC" Shah       P H O N E: 509-342-9546       E M A I L: [email protected]

End of Watch Ride to Remember to Honor SPD Officer Chris Walsh ...

Harold Lee Winchel LOCATED

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July 30, 2021

 Harold Lee Winchel Located

The missing endangered alert for Harold Lee Winchel is canceled. Winchel was safely located. Thank you to everyone who assisted in the search . ###

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Springfield Police Department Modifies Business Hours

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July 30 , 2021

Springfield Police Department Modifies Business Hours

At the Springfield Police Department, we continue to experience severe staffing shortages, not only within the ranks of our sworn officers but also among our professio...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Traffic Crash on N Glenstone

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July 30, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Traffic Crash on N Glenstone

On Thursday, July 29, 2021, at 8:46 p.m., Springfield police were dispatched to 1111 N Glenstone after a car struck a tree.  

The initial investigat...

Springfield Police Investigate June 24th Fatal Crash on N. Golden

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July 23, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate June 24^th Fatal Crash on N. Golden

The investigation continues into a June 24, 2021, fatal two two-car crash that killed 31-year-old Alex Gurley from Springfield.

On June 24th, at 8...

Criminal Charges Filed in Feb. 6th Homicide at Patton and Walnut

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July 22, 2021

Criminal Charges Filed in Feb. 6th Homicide at Patton and Walnut

On July 21, 2021, officers with the Springfield Police Department arrested Thomas Haynes, a 45-year-old male from Florida, for the Feb. 6, 2021 murder of Rob...

Springfield Police Continue Investigation into July 11th Pedestrian Fatality

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July 21, 2021

Springfield Police Continue Investigation into July 11^th Pedestrian Fatality

The Springfield Police Department’s Traffic Section continues to investigate a pedestrian fatality that occurred on July 11, ...

Stop by "Coffee with the Chief" Wednesday Morning

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July 20, 2021

Stop by "Coffee with the Chief" Wednesday Morning

(UPDATE) SPD Investigates Fatal Single-Vehicle Motorcycle Crash at Stanford St. and Meadowview

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July 19, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Single-Vehicle Motorcycle Crash at Stanford St. and Meadowview Ave. (Name Correction)

On Sunday, July 11, 2021, at 2:34 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police De...

Springfield Police Investigate S. Glenstone Homicide

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July 14, 2021 

Springfield Police Investigate S. Glenstone Homicide

On July 14, 2021, at 12:21 p.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to the Walmart Neighborhood Market at 1320 S. Glenstone after a 911 caller reported that a ...

Meet Newest SPD Recruits at "Cookies with Rookies"

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July 14, 2021

Meet Newest SPD Recruits at "Cookies with Rookies"

You're invited to stop by Battlefield Mall this Friday for  "Cookies with Rookies" to meet the members of the 74th Springfield Police Academy....

SPD Investigates Motorcycle Fatality at Kearney and National

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July 12, 2021

SPD Investigates Motorcycle Fatality at Kearney and National

On July 11, 2021, at 5:07 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the intersection of Kearney and National regarding a motor...

Motor Vehicle Crash with Injury

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July 7, 2021

Motor Vehicle Crash with Injury

On July 6th, 2021, at 9:30 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the intersection of Campbell Ave. and Commercial St. regarding a motor vehicl...

Criminal Charges Filed in W. Chestnut St. Homicide

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July 7, 2021

Criminal Charges Filed in W. Chestnut St. Homicide

On February 1, 2021, at approximately 6:13 p.m., Springfield Police Department officers were dispatched to 2808 W. Chestnut St. due to a 911 caller stating two su...

Richard L. Pike LOCATED

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June 25, 2021

Richard L. Pike LOCATED 

Officers with the Springfield Police Department have located missing person, Richard L. Pike,  in Springfield. He is safe and in good condition. Thank you to those who a...

Bears, Badges, and Kids (June 26) CANCELED

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June 25, 2021

Bears, Badges, and Kids (June 26) CANCELED

Due to unforeseen events, Bears, Badges, and Kids, planned for Saturday, June 26 at Silver Springs Park, is CANCELED

Be on the lookout for future dates. 

For ques...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Broadway Homicide

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June 21, 2021 

Springfield Police Investigate N. Broadway Homicide

On June 10, 2021, at 4:26 p.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to 1403 N. Broadway after a 911 caller reported that a male subject was shot. When officers a...

UPDATE: Parents of Found Juvenile Located

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UPDATE:  Parents of Found Juvenile Located

Springfield Police Investigate Traffic Fatality at Orchard Crest and Junction

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June 11, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Traffic Fatality at Orchard Crest and Junction

On June 5, 2021, at 5:33 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the intersection of Orchard Crest and Junction regar...

Springfield Police Leadership Council Recognizes Outstanding Work at Annual Award Ceremony

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June 9, 2021

Springfield Police Leadership Council Recognizes Outstanding Work at Annual Award Ceremony

On June 8, 2021, the Springfield Police Department Leadership Council held its annual departmental awards ceremony to honor the outs...

Springfield Police Investigate E. Atlantic Homicide

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June 9, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate E. Atlantic Homicide

On June 9, 2021, at 2:10 a.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to the 1400 block of E. Atlantic St. after a 911 caller reported that a male subject had been shot. When ...

Devan Peterson Located

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 8, 2021

Devan Peterson Located 

UPDATE:

Devan Peterson has been located safely. Thank you to all who assisted in the search. 

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Join Police Chief Paul Williams at "Coffee with the Chief"

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June 7, 2021

Join Police Chief Paul Williams at "Coffee with the Chief" 

Springfield Police Investigate Motorcycle Fatality at Kansas Expy and Broadmoor

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June 2, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Motorcycle Fatality at Kansas Expy and Broadmoor

On May 30, 2021, at 1:03 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the intersection of Kansas Expressway and Broadmoor...

SPD Steps Up Seat Belt Enforcement for Memorial Day Weekend

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May 28, 2021 

SPD Steps Up Seat Belt Enforcement for Memorial Day Weekend

The Springfield Police Department’s Traffic Section is currently participating in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’...

Springfield Police Investigate E. Chestnut St. Homicide

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May 20, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate E. Chestnut St. Homicide

On May 20, 2021, at approximately 3:34 a.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to the area of 1673 E. Chestnut St. due to a 911 caller stating a subject...

UPDATE: Silver Advisory canceled :Ronald Arthur LOCATED

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May 20, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting at 3445 E. Kearney

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May 19, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Officer-Involved Shooting at 3445 E. Kearney

On May 17, 2021, Springfield Police Officers investigated a homicide at 3231 W. Page. During the investigation, a person of interest was ...

Local Youth Invited to Bears, Badges, and Kids This Saturday

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May 21, 2021

Local Youth Invited to Bears, Badges, and Kids This Saturday

All kids, grades K-6 are invited to Bears, Badges, and Kids this Saturday, May 22nd from 10:30 a.m. to Noon at Silver Spring Park (1100 N. Hampton Ave.)

During the...

Springfield Police Investigate W. Page St. Homicide

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May 17, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate W. Page St. Homicide

On May 17, 2021, at approximately 12:37 a.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to 3231 W. Pa...

Springfield Police to Increase Proactive Enforcement of Noisy Vehicle Ordinance

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May 14, 2021

Springfield Police to Increase Proactive Enforcement of Noisy Vehicle Ordinance

The Springfield Police Department continues to receive a growing number of complaints in regards to excessively loud exhaust systems ...

Springfield Police Arrest Seven for Catalytic Converter Thefts

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May 13, 2021 

Springfield Police Arrest Seven for Catalytic Converter Thefts

Investigators with the Springfield Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit continue to work to identify and charge those responsible for st...

Apply Now for SPD's Fall 2021 Citizens Police Academy

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May 10, 2021

Apply Now for SPD's Fall 2021 Citizens Police Academy

Applications are now open for the fall 2021 Citizens Police Academy. During the program, participants complete 30 hours of instruction over 10 weeks and will meet every ...

Springfield Police Department Remembers Police Service Dog Aries

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May 4, 2021

Springfield Police Department Remembers Police Service Dog Aries

On Monday, April 26, 2021, 12-year-old Retired Police Service Dog Aries passed away and was laid to rest today at Lakeland Pet Cemetery’s Police Serv...

Springfield Police Department Continues Efforts to Combat Catalytic Converter Thefts

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May 4, 2021

Springfield Police Department Continues Efforts to Combat Catalytic Converter Thefts

The Springfield Police Department continues to avidly pursue those who choose to steal catalytic converters. Due to various reaso...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Kellett Homicide

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April 30, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate N. Kellett Homicide

On April 29, 2021, at 12:07 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to 2214 N. Kellett in reference to a 911 call of a subject being shot. W...

Springfield Police Warn of Recent Scam Calls

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April 29, 2021

Springfield Police Warn of Recent Scam Calls 

Officers with the Springfield Police Department were recently made aware of a scam targeting local citizens in which the caller represents themselves as a law enforce...

Join Chief Williams for In-Person "Coffee with the Chief"

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April 28, 2021

Join Chief Williams for In-Person "Coffee with the Chief"

Springfield Police Department Releases 2020 Annual Report

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April 23,  2021

Springfield Police Department Releases 2020 Annual Report

The Springfield Police Department’s 2020 Annual Report is now available to the public.

This year’s report details an unprecedented year for SPD, marked by...

Springfield Police Investigate S. Stewart Homicide

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April 22, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate S. Stewart Homicide

On April 21, 2021, at 9:37 p.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to 1049 S. Stewart after a 911 caller reported that a person had been shot. When officers arrived, the...

Missing Person: Julie R. Brunjes LOCATED

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April 19, 2021

Missing Person: Julie R. Brunjes LOCATED 

Julie R. Brunjes has been located safely. 

Thank you to all who assisted in the search. 

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Two SPD Lieutenants Graduate Missouri Police Chiefs’ Command College

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April 17, 2021

Two SPD Lieutenants Graduate Missouri Police Chiefs’ Command College 

Two Springfield Police Department commanders were honored today as part of the Missouri Police Chiefs Charitable Foundation (MPCCF) Command Co...

Tips to Prevent Catalytic Converter Thefts

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April 14, 2021

Tips to Prevent Catalytic Converter Thefts 

The theft of catalytic converters in Springfield and surrounding municipalities continue to plague communities.  This is due, in part, by the ease of removing ...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Main Homicide

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SPD Releases 2020 Crime Report

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April 5, 2021

SPD Releases 2020 Crime Report

After meticulous review, the Springfield Police Department’s Records Section and Crime Analysis Unit have compiled a comprehensive report showing crime data in Springfield during 20...

Zachariah L. Moore Located

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May 27, 2021

Zachariah L. Moore Located

Zachariah L. Moore, missing since March 25, 2021, was located on the evening of May 26th by officers with the Kansas City Police Department. He is safe and is currently being cared for at a Kansas...

Springfield Police Investigate Traffic Fatality at Kearney and Barnes

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March 29, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Traffic Fatality at Kearney and Barnes

On March 29, 2021, at 8:22 a.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department’s Traffic Section responded to the intersection of Kearney and Barnes ...

Springfield Police Arrest Suspect in E. Evergreen Homicide

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March 26, 2021

Springfield Police Arrest Suspect in E. Evergreen Homicide

On March 25, 2021, at 12:45 a.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to the Welcome Inn located at 3550 E. Evergreen after a 911 caller reported that a male subje...

Springfield Police Department Updates Beat Map

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March 26, 2021

Springfield Police Department Updates Beat Map

On Sunday, March 28^th, Springfield Police Officers will begin patrolling the city using a new beat map. This change is intended to more effectively utilize availabl...

Springfield Police Investigate E. Evergreen Homicide

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March 25, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate E. Evergreen Homicide

On March 25, 2021, at 12:45 a.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to the Welcome Inn located at 3550 E. Evergreen, after a 911 caller reported that a male subject ha...

Join Chief Williams for Virtual "Coffee with the Chief"

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March 17, 2021

Join Chief Williams for Virtual "Coffee with the Chief"

On Thursday, March 18th from 8:30 - 9 a.m., Police Chief Paul Williams will host Virtual "Coffee with the Chief" via Facebook Live. During this e...

Springfield Police Department Honors Fallen Officer on One Year Anniversary

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March 16, 2021

Springfield Police Department Honors Fallen Officer on One Year Anniversary

This afternoon members of the Springfield Police Department, family, and close friends of fallen Officer Christopher Ryan Walsh came together in ...

Applications Open for Springfield Police Department Motorcycle Safety Course

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March 15, 2021

Applications Open for Springfield Police Department Motorcycle Safety Course

You can now apply for the 2021 Share the Road Motorcycle Survival Couse developed by the Springfield Police Department's Traffic Sectio...

Springfield Police Department Honors Five Promotions

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March 11, 2021

Springfield Police Department Honors Five Promotions 

On Thursday, March 11, 2021, the Springfield Police Department recognized the promotions of five officers.

Congratulations to:

• Captain Stacey Parton to Major
• Lie...

SPD Investigates Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident in N. Campbell Parking Garage

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March 9, 2021

SPD Investigates Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident in N. Campbell Parking Garage

On March 3, 2021, at 8:07 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department’s Traffic Section responded to the parking garage at 230 N. Campbe...

SPD Recognizes Graduates of Leadership in Police Organizations Training

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March 8, 2021

SPD Recognizes Graduates of Leadership in Police Organizations Training  

On March 5, 2021, the Springfield Police Department recognized 30 graduates from the Leadership in Police Organizations (LPO) Trai...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Concord Ave. Homicide

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Springfield Police Investigate N. Concord Ave. Homicide

On Feb. 26, 2021, at approximately 3:40 p.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to 1333 N. Concord Ave. after a 911 caller stated one subject had been shot. When of...

Springfield Police Investigate South Ave. Homicide

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March 1, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate South Ave. Homicide

On Feb. 27, 2021, at approximately 4:39 p.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to 926 South Ave. after a 911 caller stated a subject had been shot. When of...

Two Retire from SPD After 25 Years of Service

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Feb. 26, 2021

Two Retire from SPD After 25 Years of Service

After 25 years of service to the citizens of Springfield, SPD Major Vance Holland and Officer Richard Mansel retired this week. Major Holland and Officer Mansel began their car...

Apply Now for SPD's Spring 2021 Citizens Police Academy

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Feb. 22, 2021

Apply Now for SPD's Spring 2021 Citizens Police Academy

Applications are now open for the 2021 Citizens Police Academy. During the program, participants complete 30 hours of instruction over 10 weeks and will meet...

Tune into Virtual "Coffee with the Chief" with Chief Williams

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Feb 16, 2021

Tune into Virtual "Coffee with the Chief" with Chief Williams

On Wednesday, Feb. 17th from 8:30 - 9 a.m., Police Chief Paul Williams will host Virtual "Coffee with the Chief" via Facebook Live. During th...

SILVER ALERT CANCELED: James Browder Located

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Feb. 9, 2021 

SILVER ALERT CANCELED: James Browder Located

James Browder was located at about 6:00 p.m. on Feb. 9th. After seeing the Silver Alert, a citizen called the Springfield Police Department and was able to successfully...

Springfield Police Investigate Homicide at Patton and Walnut

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Feb. 6, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate Homicide at Patton and Walnut

On Feb. 6, 2021, at approximately 12:12 a.m., Springfield Police Officers heard gunshots in the area of Patton and Walnut. Officers responded to the area and loca...

73rd Springfield Police Academy Set to Graduate Tonight

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Feb. 5, 2021

73rd Springfield Police Academy Set to Graduate Tonight

Graduation ceremonies for the officers of the 73^rd Springfield Police Academy will be held Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, at Park Crest Baptist Church, 816 W. Republic Rd. at 7...

Springfield Police Investigate W. Chestnut St. Homicide

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Feb. 2, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate W. Chestnut St. Homicide

On Feb. 1, 2021, at about 6:13 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department were dispatched to 2808 W. Chestnut St. after a 911 caller said two people had bee...

Springfield Police Officers Begin Utilizing Body-Worn Cameras

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Jan. 25, 2021

Springfield Police Officers Begin Utilizing Body-Worn Cameras

On Monday, Jan. 25, 2021, the Springfield Police Department began rolling out its new body-worn camera program. The process will continue throughout t...

Join SPD Chief Williams Online for Virtual "Coffee with the Chief"

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Jan. 19, 2021

Join SPD Chief Williams Online for Virtual "Coffee with the Chief"

On Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021, from 8:30 - 9 a.m., Police Chief Paul Williams will host Virtual "Coffee with the Chief" via Facebook Live....

Springfield Police Notify Public of Upcoming DWI Saturation Patrol

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Jan. 13, 2021

Springfield Police Notify Public of Upcoming DWI Saturation Patrol

The Springfield Police Department’s Traffic Section will conduct a DWI saturation enforcement effort on Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021...

Springfield Police Officers Now Carrying Narcan

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Jan. 6, 2021

Springfield Police Officers Now Carrying Narcan

All uniformed officers at the Springfield Police Department are now carrying Narcan, an emergency medication used to rapidly reverse opioid overdoses. As this was implemented,...

CANCELED: Missing Person Alert, Sarah G. Parkhurst

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Jan. 3, 2021

CANCELED: Missing Person Alert, Sarah G. Parkhurst

The Springfield Police Depar...

Springfield Police Investigate W. Scott Double Homicide

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January 1, 2021

Springfield Police Investigate W. Scott Double Homicide

On December 31, 2020, at about12:47 p.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to 2001 W. Scott due to a 911 caller stating a juvenile female had been a...

Springfield Police Investigate W. Chestnut Expy Officer-Involved Shooting

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December 29, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate W. Chestnut Expy Officer-Involved Shooting

On December 29, 2020, at approximately 5:08 a.m., Springfield Police Officers located a suspected stolen vehicle at the Fast n’ Friendly (501 W....

Springfield Police Investigate S. National Homicide

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Dec. 22, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate S. National Homicide

On Dec. 21, 2020, at about 11:30 p.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to the Taco Bell located at 2933 S. National after a 911 caller stated someone had...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Pierce Homicide

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Dec. 21, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate N. Pierce Homicide

On Dec. 18, 2020, at about 2:40 p.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to 2330 N. Pierce due to a 911 caller stating a subject had been shot. Officers enter...

Springfield Police Department Releases Results of Holiday DWI Enforcement

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Dec. 22, 2020

Springfield Police Department Releases Results of Holiday DWI Enforcement

On Friday, Dec.18, 2020, between 9:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. officers with the Springfield Police Department’s Traffic Section conducted a hol...

Springfield Police Department to Conduct Weekend Holiday DWI Enforcement

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Dec. 17, 2020 

Springfield Police Department to Conduct Weekend Holiday DWI Enforcement

Officers with the Springfield Police Department’s Traffic Section will be conducting a holiday DWI saturation enforcement this Friday night...

Springfield Police Release Identification of Victim in Nov. Traffic Fatality

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December 16, 2020

Springfield Police Release Identification of Victim in Nov. Traffic Fatality

On November 19, 2020, at about 5:00 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the intersection of Kansas E...

Springfield Police Department Promotes Five

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December 14, 2020

Springfield Police Department Promotes Five

On Monday, Dec. 14, 2020, the Springfield Police Department recognized the promotions of three officers and two civilian employees.

Congratulations to:

• Corporal David Kenyon&am...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatality Single-Vehicle Crash

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December 9, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate Fatality Single-Vehicle Crash

On December 8, 2020, at 12:00 p.m., Springfield police were dispatched to the intersection of Blaine St. and Marlan Ave. for a single-vehicle crash ...

Springfield Police Investigate Pedestrian Fatality at Sunshine and Oxford

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December 9, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate Pedestrian Fatality at Sunshine and Oxford 

On December 5, 2020, at 11:30 p.m., Springfield police were dispatched to the intersection of Sunshine and Oxford for a motor ...

Join Chief Williams for Virtual "Coffee with the Chief: Lunchtime Edition"

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Dec. 7, 2020

Join Chief Williams for Virtual "Coffee with the Chief: Lunchtime Edition"

Join Chief Paul Williams for a "Virtual Coffee with the Chief, Lunchtime Edition" on Facebook Live today (Monday, December 7) fro...

Springfield Police Department Headquarters Closed to Public

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Dec. 7, 2020

Springfield Police Department Headquarters Closed to Public 

Due to a staffing shortage, made worse recently due to the impact of COVID-19, the lobby of Springfield Police Department Headquarters is closed to the p...

Springfield Police Investigate E. Seminole Homicide

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Dec. 2, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate E. Seminole Homicide

On Dec. 1, 2020, at about 8:00 a.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to 1809 E. Seminole due to a 911 caller locating a suspected deceased person. Officer...

UPDATE, Missing Juvenile: Eminence Bessette LOCATED

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November 29, 2020

UPDATE, Missing Juvenile: Eminence Bessette LOCATED

Eminence Bessette was located. She is safe and unharmed. Thank you to all who assisted in the search. 

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Police Investigate N. Glenstone Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

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November 27, 2020

Police Investigate N. Glenstone Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash

On November 26, 2020, at 11:45 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the 2600 block of N. Glenstone regarding a motor vehicle crash...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Wreck

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November 25, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Wreck

On November 23, 2020, at 4:41 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the intersection of Campbell and Madison regard...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Drury Avenue Homicide

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Nov. 23, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate N. Drury Avenue Homicide

On Nov. 23, 2020, at 1:29 a.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to 1777 N. Drury Avenue after a 911 caller reported that a male subject was choking a female. &...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Glenstone Homicide

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November 20, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate N. Glenstone Homicide

On Nov. 20, 2020, at 7:51 a.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to the Economy Inn located at 2555 N. Glenstone after a 911 caller reported that a male ...

Missing, Endangered Person Advisory CANCELED: MyleeMarie S. Wallace Found

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November 20, 2020

Missing, Endangered Person Advisory CANCELED: MyleeMarie S. Wallace Found 

MyleeMarie S. Wallace was found at around 6:00 a.m. today. She was safe and unharmed. Thank you to all who assisted in the search.

&am...

Springfield Police Offering Emergency Alert Stickers

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November 13, 2020 

Springfield Police Offering Emergency Alert Stickers 

The Springfield Police Department is proud to announce a new program that aims to improve the interactions between officers and those w...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Single-Vehicle Motorcycle Crash

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November 9, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Single-Vehicle Motorcycle Crash

On November 6, 2020, at 3:27 a.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the intersection of Chestnut Exp. and US Highway 65 re...

UPDATE: Richard Dale Hopkins located

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November 8, 2020

UPDATE: Parents of Toddler Located

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November 4, 2020 

The parents of the toddler found at Fort and State were successfully located at around 9:20 p.m. tonight. This was possible with the help of our vigilant community members. ...

Springfield Police Investigate S. Maryland Officer-Involved Shooting

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Nov. 2, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate S. Maryland Officer-Involved Shooting

On Nov. 2, 2020, at approximately 3:28 p.m., a Special Agent with the Drug Enforcement Administration was involved in an officer-involved shooting at 1827...

Springfield Police to Live Stream Award Ceremony This Morning

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Oct. 29,2020

Springfield Police to Live Stream Award Ceremony This Morning  

The Springfield Police Department Leadership Council will be conducting a departmental awards ceremony on Thursday October 29^th, 2020 at the Springfie...

Join Chief Williams for "Coffee with the Chief" at Big Momma's

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Oct. 27, 2020

Join Chief Williams for "Coffee with the Chief" at Big Momma's

You’re invited to join Springfield Police Chief Paul Williams for a cup of coffee during "Coffee with the Chief" on Thursday, Oct. 29th at ...

Springfield Police to Begin Patrol Pack Food Distribution Program

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Oct. 26, 2020

Springfield Police to Begin Patrol Pack Food Distribution Program

The Springfield Police Department will soon begin piloting a new initiative called the Patrol Pack Program. On Tuesday, October 27, 2020, represen...

SPD Releases 2020 Bi-Annual Crime Numbers (Jan-June 2020)

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Oct. 19,  2020 

SPD Releases 2020 Bi-Annual Crime Numbers (Jan-June 2020)

The Springfield Police Department now has crime data available for the first half of 2020. This data is a significantly more comprehensive look ...

Springfield Police Investigate Hwy 65 Crash involving Four Vehicles

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Oct. 19, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate Hwy 65 Crash involving Four Vehicles 

On October 17, 2020, at 10:39 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the 49.6-mile marker of northbound U.S. Highway...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Rogers Homicide

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October 19, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate N. Rogers Homicide

On October 18, 2020, at 3:58 a.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to 1015 N. Rogers after a male subject was reported to have been shot.  When officers arri...

SPD Police Service Dog Retires After 9 Years

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Oct. 22, 2020 

SPD Police Service Dog Retires After 9 Years

Congratulations to Police Service Dog Rocky, who retired this month after nine years of loyal service to the Springfield Police Department. Rocky, who was SP...

SPD Honors Graduates of 2020 Citizens Police Academy

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SPD Honors Graduates of 2020 Citizens Police Academy

Congratulations to the graduates of the 2020 Citizens Police Academy. On Oct. 8, 2020, the Springfield Police Department held a ceremony to honor the 20 graduates. In order to gradua...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash at Kansas Expy and Broadmoor

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October 8, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash at Kansas Expy and Broadmoor 

On Oct. 7, 2020, at 3:27 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the intersection of Broadmoor and K...

Springfield Police Arrest Suspect in Fatality Accident

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October 6, 2020

Springfield Police Arrest Suspect in Fatality Accident

On Oct. 5, 2020, at about 6:40 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to 2020 East Bennett for the report of subjects possibly breaking into vehicles. As ...

Springfield Police Investigate E. Walnut Death

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October 2, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate E. Walnut Death

On Sept. 29, 2020, at 10:37 a.m., the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to 2036 E. Walnut to check the well-being of a female. Officers entered the home and locat...

Join SPD Chief Williams Online for Virtual "Coffee with the Chief"

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Sept. 28, 2020

Join SPD Chief Williams Online for Virtual "Coffee with the Chief"

On Wednesday, Sept. 30th from 8-8:30 a.m., Police Chief Paul Williams will host Virtual "Coffee with the Chief" via Facebook Live. Dur...

Springfield Police Arrest W. Lombard Homicide Suspect

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Springfield Police Arrest W. Lombard Homicide Suspect

On September 21, 2020, at 10:33 p.m., the Springfield Fire Department and the Springfield Police Department were dispatched to 1736 W. Lombard fo...

Springfield Police Department Seeks to Remind Drivers of Motorcycle Safety and Awareness

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September 24, 2020 

Springfield Police Department Seeks to Remind Drivers of Motorcycle Safety and Awareness

This year Springfield has seen a record number of fatal motor vehicle crashes involving motorcycles. Between...

Springfield Police Department Remembers Chief Troy Majors

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September 22, 2020

Springfield Police Department Remembers Chief Troy Majors

It is with heavy hearts that we share with the community the death of former Springfield Police Department Chief Troy Majors. Chief Majors was named ...

Springfield Police Investigate W. Lombard Suspicious Death

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September 22, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate W. Lombard Suspicious Death

On September 21, 2020, at 10:33 p.m., the Springfield Fire Department and the Springfield Police Department were dispatched to 1736 W. Lombard for the report ...

Springfield Police Investigate W. Kearney Traffic Crash

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September 21, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate W. Kearney Traffic Crash

On September 19, 2020, at 8:04 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the 1200 block of West Kearney regarding a motor vehicle crash ...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Glenstone Traffic Crash

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September 21, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate N. Glenstone Traffic Crash

On Friday, September 18, 2020, at 8:50 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the 2100 block of north Glenstone regarding a motor v...

Springfield Police Investigate E. Harrison Homicide

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September 19, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate E. Harrison Homicide

On September 18, 2020, at 9:12 p.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to 414 E. Harrison after a 911 caller heard gunshots and located an injured person. When offi...

Alert Canceled: Harmony J. Shay Located

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September 14, 2020

Alert Canceled: Harmony J. Shay Located

Harmony J. Shay was located in Springfield. Thank you to all who assisted in the search.

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Springfield Police Department Honors 15 Promotions

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September 10, 2020

Springfield Police Department Honors 15 Promotions

On Thursday, Sept. 10, 2020, the Springfield Police Department celebrated 15 officers during a promotional ceremony at the Springfield Regional Police and Fire Traini...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Old Orchard Pedestrian Fatality

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Sept. 5, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate N. Old Orchard Pedestrian Fatality

On Sept. 5, 2020, at 2:02 a.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the 1900 block of North Old Orchard Avenue regarding a motor ve...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Robberson Homicide

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September 2, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate N. Robberson Homicide

On September 1, 2020, at 12:19 p.m., Springfield police were dispatched to 2257 N. Robberson after a citizen heard gunshots from the residence and called 911. When o...

UPDATE: Cassandra J. Lee was Located

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September 3, 2020

UPDATE:  Cassandra J. Lee was Located 

Cassandra J. Lee was located safely in Lebanon, MO. Thank you to all who assisted in the search.

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Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash on W. Chestnut Expy

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August 31, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Motorcycle Crash on W. Chestnut Expy

On August 29, 2020, at 02:08 a.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the 4300 Block of West Chestnut Expy regarding a m...

CANCELLED: Missing, Endangered Alert for Britnee C. Umbenhower

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August 28, 2020

CANCELLED: Missing, Endangered Alert for Britnee C. Umbenhower

Britnee C. Umbenhower was located safely at 10:00 a.m. on Aug. 28 at Park Central Square in Springfield, MO. 

Thank you to all who assisted in the se...

Springfield Police Department Honors 25-year Veteran

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August 28, 2020

Springfield Police Department Honors 25-year Veteran

The Springfield Police Department congratulates SPD veteran Captain Chad Eutsler, who retires from the department this week.

Captain Chad Eutsler, began his career in 1...

Two SPD Lieutenants Graduate Missouri Police Chiefs’ Command College

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Aug. 27, 2020  

Two SPD Lieutenants Graduate Missouri Police Chiefs’ Command College 

Two Springfield Police Department commanders were honored today as part of the Missouri Police Chiefs Charitable Foundatio...

SPD Sends Additional 50 Sexual Assault Kits for Testing Through SAFE Kits Initiative

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Aug. 26, 2020

SPD Sends Additional 50 Sexual Assault Kits for Testing Through SAFE Kits Initiative

The Springfield Police Department recently sent 50 additional backlogged sexual assault kits (SAK) to BODE, the private lab con...

Join Chief Williams for "Coffee with the Chief"

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Aug. 25, 2020

Join Chief Williams for "Coffee with the Chief"

You’re invited to join Springfield Police Chief Paul Williams for a cup of coffee during "Coffee with the Chief" on Friday, August 28th at Neigh...

SPD Updates Public on Weekend Compliance Checks

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August 24, 2020

SPD Updates Public on Weekend Compliance Checks 

On the evenings of Friday, Aug. 21 and Saturday, Aug. 22, officers with the Springfield Police Department conducted masking ordinance compliance checks at several...

SPD K9 Charlie Retires from Department

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August 24, 2020 

SPD K9 Charlie Retires from Department

After more than six years with the Springfield Police Department, K9 Charlie will be retiring from the department following the promotion of his handler, Sgt. Michael Karn...

Motorcyclist Succumbs to James River Traffic Crash Injuries

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August 19, 2020 

Motorcyclist Succumbs to James River Traffic Crash Injuries

On August 17, 2020, at 05:23 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the 1300 block of West James River Freeway regarding a...

SPD to Host Neighborhood Watch Training Session

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Aug. 26, 2020 

SPD to Host Neighborhood Watch Training Session in September 

The Springfield Police Department will conduct a Neighborhood Watch training session on Sept. 22, 2020, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the...

Springfield Police Seize More Than A Pound of Heroin

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Aug. 17, 2020

Springfield Police Seize More Than A Pound of Heroin

On Aug. 6, 2020, officers with the Springfield Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit made a large drug bust after serving a search warrant....

Springfield Police Investigate W. Chicago Homicide

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August 13, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate W. Chicago Homicide 

On August 13, 2020, at 2:05 a.m., Springfield police were dispatched to 710 W. Chicago after a 911 caller stated a person had been shot at the location. &n...

Springfield Police Department Honors Ten Supervisory Promotions

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August 13, 2020

Springfield Police Department Honors Ten Supervisory Promotions

On Thursday, August 13, 2020, the Springfield Police Department celebrated 10 officers during a promotional ceremony at the Springfield Regional Police and ...

Springfield 2020 National Night Out Cancelled

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August 13, 2020

Springfield 2020 National Night Out Cancelled

With public health and safety in mind, the Springfield National Night Out planning committee has decided to cancel this year’s event (originally scheduled for Tuesd...

Catalytic Converter Thefts Update

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August 5, 2020

UPDATE:  

Catalytic Converter Thefts

Two people who were arrested for their involvement with a series of catalytic converter thefts earlier this year were recently convicted and sentenced on July 31, 2020.

Marcus C...

Springfield Police Department and NAACP Meet to Address Community Concerns

For Immediate Release 

July 27, 2020 

Springfield Police Department and NAACP Meet to Address Community Concerns

On Thursday, July 23, 2020, Springfield Police Chief Paul Williams and members of SPD command staff met with Springfield NAACP ...

July Coffee with the Chief Event Canceled

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July 20, 2020

July Coffee with the Chief Event Canceled

Due to concerns related to the spread of COVID-19, this month’s "Coffee with the Chief" event, scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, 2020, is canceled. Public health ...

Missing Endangered Alert Canceled : Bobby Lee Schell Located

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July 20, 2020

Missing Endangered Alert Canceled: Bobby Lee Schell Located 

Bobby Lee Schell was located. He returned to his home and is unharmed. Thank you to everyone who assisted in the search.

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SILVER ALERT CANCELED: Judy Thompson

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July 18, 2020

SILVER ALERT CANCELED: Judy Thompson

Judy Thompson has been located. Thank you to all who assisted in the search.

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The Springfield Police Department is investigating a report of a missing endangered pers...

Suspects in Multiple Robberies Arrested

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July 17, 2020

Suspects in Multiple Robberies Arrested

The Springfield Police Department and the Greene County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a series of commercial robberies that began on July 12, 2020.  The robbe...

Springfield Police Recruits of 72nd Academy Set to Graduate Friday

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July 9, 2020

Springfield Police Recruits of 72nd Academy Set to Graduate Friday  

Graduation ceremonies for the officers of the 72nd Springfield Police Academy will be held Friday, July 10, 2020, at Park Crest Baptist Church (8...

2020 Junior Police & Fire Academy Canceled

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July 21, 2020

2020 Junior Police & Fire Academy Canceled

Due to concerns related to the spread of COVID-19, the 2020 Junior Police & Fire Academy is canceled. 

The Springfield Police Department and Springfield Fire Depar...

Springfield Police Department Celebrates Eight Promotions

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July 8, 2020 

Springfield Police Department Celebrates Eight Promotions

On Wednesday, July 8th the Springfield Police Department celebrated eight promotions during a ceremony at the Springfield Regional Police and Fire Training...

Springfield Police Investigate E. Pacific Homicide

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July 3, 2019

Springfield Police Investigate E. Pacific Homicide 

On July 2, 2020, at 7:00 p.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to 1007 E. Pacific after a 911 caller stated a vehicle had crashed into another parked vehicle a...

SPD Releases Additional Info on Suspect Vehicle in Double Fatal Pedestrian Crash

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July 1, 2020

Update:

SPD Releases Additional Info on Suspect Vehicle in Double Fatal Pedestrian Crash 

On June 30, 2020, at 04:12 a.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the 200 block of East Chestnut ...

SPD Releases Additional Information on Double Fatal Pedestrian Crash

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July 1, 2020

Update:

SPD Releases Additional Information on Double Fatal Pedestrian Crash 

On June 30, 2020, at 04:12 a.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the 200 block of East Chestnut Ex...

SPD Investigates Fatal Motorcycle Crash

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June 29, 2020

SPD Investigates Fatal Motorcycle Crash 

On June 28, 2020, at 12:00 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the intersection of Kearney and Airport Plaza regarding a motor vehi...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Fremont Fatal Shooting

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June 27, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate N. Fremont Fatal Shooting

On June 26, 2020, at 10:29 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to 2457 N. Fremont regarding a shooting.  Officers arrived and contacted David ...

Springfield Police Now Investigating N. Elizabeth Shooting as Homicide

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June 26, 2020

Springfield Police Now Investigating N. Elizabeth Shooting as Homicide

On June 21, 2020, at 11:13 p.m., two male victims with serious gunshot wounds arrived at Cox North Hospital. Investigating officers determined the shoo...

Springfield Police Investigate W. Kearney Homicide

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June 24, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate W. Kearney Homicide 

On June 23, 2020, at 2:03 p.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to 4120 W. Kearney after a 911 caller stated a person had been shot at that location. When off...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Elizabeth Shooting

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June 24, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate N. Elizabeth Shooting 

On June 21, 2020, at 11:13 p.m., two male victims with serious gunshot wounds arrived at Cox North Hospital. Investigating officers determined the shooting had...

SPD Unveils Website Addition to Foster Transparency

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June 25, 2020

SPD Unveils Website Addition to Foster Transparency 

At the Springfield Police Department, we are committed to transparency and maintaining open communication with our community members. We value and res...

SPD Investigates Fatality Motor Vehicle Crash on I-44

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June 20, 2020

SPD Investigates Fatality Motor Vehicle Crash on I-44

On June 19, 2020, at 6:22 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the westbound lanes of I-44, just east of Glenstone, regarding a ...

Springfield Investigate Fatal Motorcycle V. Semi-Truck Crash

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June 19, 2020

Springfield Investigate Fatal Motorcycle V. Semi-Truck Crash

On June 19, 2020,  at 12:17 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department’s Traffic Section responded to the area of Division St. and ...

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Shooting – 4120 S. Hillcrest

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June 17, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate Fatal Shooting – 4120 S. Hillcrest

On June 17, 2020, at approximately 1:48 a.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to the area of Hillcrest and Republic Road regarding an injured m...

Springfield Police Investigate Murder/Suicide on N. Golden

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June 17, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate Murder/Suicide on N. Golden

On June 16, 2020, at 9:12 p.m., Springfield Police received a call for a check the well being.  The caller wanted officers to check the well being of a f...

Join Chief Williams for "Coffee with the Chief"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 15, 2020

Join Chief Williams for "Coffee with the Chief"

On Thursday, June 18th at  Classic Rock Coffee Co (1900 W. Sunset St., Springfield, MO) "Coffee with the Chief" will take place between 7:00 - 8:...

Springfield Police Identify Suspect in Vandalism Incident at McDaniel Park

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June 11, 2020

Springfield Police Identify Suspect in Vandalism Incident at McDaniel Park

On June 6, 2020, Carolyne Moss’s vehicle was vandalized at McDaniel Park, 2405 S. National, by a suspect who wiped feces on her vehicle a...

SPD Provides Update on Injured Officer Mark Priebe

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June 10, 2020

SPD Provides Update on Injured Officer Mark Priebe 

The Springfield Police Department appreciates the overwhelming outpouring of support from the community following yesterday’s tragic incident involving...

How to Support Injured SPD Officer Mark Priebe

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How to Support Injured SPD Officer Mark Priebe 

In response to the incident that happened on June 9, 2020, involving Officer Mark Priebe, the Springfield Police Officers’ Association (SPOA) has set up a fund to suppo...

Officer Struck by Vehicle Outside of Police Headquarters

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June 9, 2020

Officer Struck by Vehicle Outside of Police Headquarters

On June 9, 2020, at approximately 9:30 a.m. officers were notified of a white male at the front entrance of Springfield Police Headquarters (321 E Chestnut Expressway...

Springfield Police Appreciates Peaceful Demonstrations

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June 6, 2020

Springfield Police Appreciates Peaceful Demonstrations 

Today’s protests in Park Central Square have concluded and the roadways are back open to traffic.

Two arrests were made and no protesters were arrest...

SPD Investigates Fatal Motorcycle Crash

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June 5, 2020

SPD Investigates Fatal Motorcycle Crash

On June 4, 2020, at 10:50 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the intersection of College and Broadway regarding a motor vehicle crash between a motorcy...

Seven Officers Retire from SPD After 25 Years of Service

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June 5, 2020

Seven Officers Retire from SPD After 25 Years of Service

After 25 years of service seven Springfield Police Department veterans retired this week. Each began their career as a Springfield Police Officer in 1995 after gradua...

Letter to the Citizens of Springfield from Chief of Police Paul Williams

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May 29, 2020

Letter to the Citizens of Springfield from Chief of Police Paul Williams

I’m aware of and following the recent events in Minneapolis. I was shocked by the behavior of the Minneapolis police officers that led to th...

SPD Investigates Pedestrian Fatality on Kansas Expressway

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 18, 2020

SPD Investigates Pedestrian Fatality on Kansas Expressway

On May 17, 2020, at 10:22 p.m. Traffic Officers with the Springfield Police Department were dispatched to an injury crash at Kansas Expressway and Norton Road.

A 2004...

SPD Sends Additional Sexual Assault Kits for Testing Through SAFE Kits Initiative

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 15, 2020

SPD Sends Additional Sexual Assault Kits for Testing Through SAFE Kits Initiative

On Friday, May 15, the Springfield Police Department sent 30 sexual assault kits (SAK) to BODE, the private lab contracted through ...

Three Charged for Springfield Suspected Homicide

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May 14, 2020

Three Charged for Springfield Suspected Homicide

In August of 2019, Springfield Police Officers received information that a person may have been the victim of a homicide that had not been reported. Investigators le...

Join SPD Online for Virtual "Coffee with the Chief"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 11, 2020

Join SPD Online for Virtual "Coffee with the Chief" 

On Wednesday, May 13th from 8-8:30 a.m., Police Chief Paul Williams will host Virtual "Coffee with the Chief" via Facebook Live. During this ...

SPD Investigates Pedestrian Fatality on Highway 65

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 3, 2020

SPD Investigates Pedestrian Fatality on Highway 65  

On May 2, 2020, at 9:24 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the area of US. Highway 65 and Chestnut Expressway, regarding ...

Springfield Police Investigate N. Jefferson Homicide

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May 1, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate N. Jefferson Homicide

On April 30, 2020, at 11:56 p.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to 2042 N. Jefferson regarding a male victim who had been shot. When officers arrived, they found the ...

UPDATE: Cameron Wells Located

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April 25, 2020

 UPDATE: Cameron Wells Located

Cameron Wells was located over night in Grove, Oklahoma. Thank you to all who assisted in the search.#####

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SPD Welcomes Two Victim Advocates

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April 22, 2020

SPD Welcomes Two Victim Advocates 

This week the Springfield Police Department welcomed two new in-house victim advocates. The Victim Center employs one advocate and Harmony House employs the other, but both are ...

SPD Releases Names from Sunday Night Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 20, 2020

SPD Releases Names from Sunday Night Homicide

On April 19, 2020, at around 8:30 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to Cox North Hospital at 1423 N. Jefferson after a male arrived with a gunshot wound. The v...

Join SPD Online for Virtual "Coffee with the Chief"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 13, 2020

Join SPD Online for Virtual "Coffee with the Chief" 

On Thursday, April 16th from 8-8:30 a.m., Police Chief Paul Williams will host Virtual "Coffee with the Chief" via Facebook Live. During th...

SPD Comments on “Stay at Home” Order Citations

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April 9, 2020

SPD Comments on “Stay at Home” Order Citations

On April 7, 2020 at 11:44 p.m. Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to a gas station at 820 E. Battlefield Rd in response to citizen complaints that...

Springfield Police Investigate 2019 Suspected Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 8, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate 2019 Suspected Homicide

In August of 2019, Springfield Police Officers received information that a person may have been the victim of a homicide that had not been reported. ...

Springfield Police Department Releases 2019 Annual Report

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

April 7, 2020

Springfield Police Department Releases 2019 Annual Report

On Tuesday, Police Chief Paul Williams gave a presentation to members of Springfield’s City Council who had requested an update on crime trends...

SPD investigates Fatality Motorcycle Crash

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 1, 2020

SPD investigates Fatality Motorcycle Crash

On April 1st at 1:56 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the area of Broadway and Kearney Street regarding a motor vehicle crash involving a motorcy...

SPD Releases Arrest Video of Armed Suspect

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 1, 2020

SPD Releases Arrest Video of Armed Suspect

We are aware brief cell phone footage of an arrest made by Springfield Police on Monday, March 30^th has been shared on social media. In the interest of being open and transparent ...

SPD Implements Extra Precautions Against COVID-19

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March 23, 2020

SPD Implements Extra Precautions Against COVID-19

In the best interest of the health and safety of our community, the Springfield Police Department would like to announce changes in our procedures for police services and ...

Police Headquarters Modifies Business Hours

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Police Headquarters Modifies Business Hours 

Beginning this Sunday, March 22, 2020, Springfield Police Department Headquarters (321 E. Chestnut Expressway) will operate on a modified schedule. Public access will be allowed Mon...

Public Prohibited from Burial of Fallen Officer Christopher Walsh

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Public Prohibited from Burial of Fallen Officer Christopher Walsh

In light of recent threats and in the interest of public health and safety, the burial ceremony for fallen Springfield Police Officer Christopher Walsh will no longer be...

Funeral Arrangements Set for Fallen Officer Christopher Walsh

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Funeral Arrangements Set for Fallen Officer Christopher Walsh

In accordance with the family’s wishes, a private funeral service will be held for fallen Springfield Police Officer Christopher Walsh on Saturday, March 21, 2020 ...

SPD South District Station Closed to Public

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Springfield Police Department South District Station Closed to Public 

The Springfield Police Department will be temporarily closing the lobby at the South District Station located at 2620 W. Battlefield beginning Wednesday, M...

Blood drive honoring Officer Aaron Pearson Friday

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A great opportunity to help ensure the region’s blood supply is coming up on Friday. A blood drive honoring former Springfield Police Officer Aaron Pearson and other hometown heroes will be held Friday, March 20.

Pearson was ...

UPDATE : Jessie Hamby Located

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March 17, 2020

UPDATE : Jessie Hamby Located

Jesse Hamby was located early this morning in Seneca, MO. Thank you to everyone who assisted in the search. 

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Previous release: Springfield police offi...

How to Support Fallen SPD Officer Chris Walsh's Family

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How to Support Fallen SPD Officer Chris Walsh’s Family

The Springfield Police Officers’ Association (SPOA) and Springfield Police Department have been moved by the amount of public support from our community. The Sp...

Springfield Police Identify Suspect in Fatal Shootings

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March 16, 2020

Springfield Police Identify Suspect in Fatal Shootings

On March 15, 2020, at 11:24 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to the area of Battlefield Rd and Lone Pine Ave regarding a shooting. While en route, mu...

Springfield Police Release Victim Names in Fatal Shootings

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March 16, 2020

Springfield Police Release Victim Names in Fatal Shootings

On March 15, 2020, at 11:24 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to the area of Battlefield Rd. and Lone Pine Ave. regarding a shooting. While en rou...

SPD Remembers Fallen Officer Christopher Walsh

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SPD Remembers Fallen Officer Christopher Walsh  

Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of our Officer Christopher Walsh who died in the line of duty after being shot while attempting to rescue a shooting victim at the Kum ...

SPD Investigates Fatal Shootings

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Statement from Police Chief Paul Williams Regarding Fatal Shootings:

The information being released this morning are the confirmed facts we have available at this time and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.

O...

UPDATE: Jason Cerce Found Safe

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March 14, 2020

UPDATE: Jason Cerce Found Safe

Jason Cerce was found safe and in good health at about 7:50 p.m. today. Thank you to all who asssited in the search.

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Springfield Police Investigate E. Kearney Homicide

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March 8, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate E. Kearney Homicide

On March 7, 2020 at 3:58 p.m., Springfield Police were dispatched to 1720 E. Kearney after a 911 caller stated that there was a possible deceased person ...

Springfield Police Investigate S. Fort Homicide

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March 2, 2020

Springfield Police Investigate S. Fort Homicide

On March 2, 2020, at 8:04 A.M, Springfield Police were dispatched to 3656 South Fort regarding a female victim who was not breathing.  When officers arrived...

SPD Investigates Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash

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Feb. 23, 2020

SPD Investigates Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash

On Feb. 23^rd  at 10:49 AM, the Springfield Police Department was dispatched to a single-vehicle accident at Division Street and Johnson Avenue. A 2013 Mini Cooper, driv...

SPD Updates 2019 Homicide Numbers

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SPD Updates 2019 Homicide Numbers

The Springfield Police Department has updated the 2019 homicide numbers, decreasing the count by one (from 12 to 11). The change is in reference to an incident from October 2019 when the Springfield Fi...

Coffee with the Chief Changes Locations to Architect Coffee

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Coffee with the Chief Changes Locations to  Architect Coffee

You’re invited to join Springfield Police Chief Paul Williams for a cup of coffee during "Coffee with the Chief" this Wednesday, Feb. 1...

SPD Releases Quarterly Report Warning Against Scams

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Feb. 7, 2020

SPD Releases Quarterly Report Warning Against Scams

The Springfield Police Department released its fourth-quarter Quarterly Public Safety Report (QPSR) this week. This issue includes tips to help prevent citizens from falli...

SPD Investigates Fatal Motorcycle Crash

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Feb. 3, 2020

SPD Investigates Fatal Motorcycle Crash

On Feb. 2, 2020, at 7:21 p.m., Springfield Police Officers were dispatched to a serious injury crash near the intersection of Sunshine and Lone Pine.

When they arrived, officers discov...

SPD Investigates S. Florence Vehicle Fatal Crash

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Jan 31, 2020

SPD Investigates S. Florence Vehicle Fatal Crash

On Jan. 31, 2020, at 1:06 a. m., Springfield Police Officers responded to the area of National and Seminole regarding a motor vehicle crash.  

While on-scene officers...

UPDATE: Gerald A. Abbott Located