In the case of all arrests, it must be remembered that the charge is merely an accusation and all defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
NOTE: Anyone having information concerning any alleged crimes are encouraged to contact the police department at 876-TIPS (8477)
Animal Control
Anyone interested in adopting animals from the City Pound should contact Officer Richards, animal control officer at 876-2313.
Found Property is available for viewing, Monday through Saturday, by appointment only. A detailed description of the property you’re wishing to view must be specified when making the appointment. Found Property is subject to disposal after 90 days based on value of the property if unclaimed by owner.
Police Report
Chief Brett Dawn
Aug. 26 – Sept. 1
On 9-23-2024, Officers responded to a theft in he 400 block of North Main St.
On 9-23-2024, Code Enforcement posted a residence in the 300 block of West Lafayette St for nuisance grass.
On 9-24-2024, Officers executed an arrest warrant in the 200 block of East 54 Hwy on Christopher Hetherington for active City of El Dorado Springs warrants.
On 9-24-2024, Officers responded to a theft in the 400 block of South Ohio St.
On 9-25-2024, Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 1200 block of South Main St where the driver, Juliette Shaw, was taken into custody for outstanding Vernon County warrants.
On 9-25-2024, Code Enforcement posted a residence in the 200 block of West Olive St for disabled vehicle.
On 9-25-2024, Officers responded to recovery stolen property in 100 block of North High St.
On 9-26-2024, Code Enforcement posted a residence in the 300 block of South Ohio for nuisance junk.
On 9-26-2024, Animal Control responded to an unlicensed kennel in the 1400 block of South Kirkpatrick St.
On 9-26-2024, Officers responded to prohibited practices of solid wasted in the 200 block of West Cruce St.
On 9-27-2024, Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 200 block of West 54 Hwy where suspected methamphetamines were located.
On 9-27-2024, Code Enforcement posted a residence in the 200 block of West Walnut St for nuisance junk.
On 9-27-2024, Code Enforcement posted a residence in the 1500 block of South Main St for nuisance grass.
On 9-27-2024, Officers responded to a stolen vehicle in the 200 block of West 54 Hwy. The vehicle has been recovered and a juvenile was taken into custody.



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