Please remember:
✔️ Residents may place out TWO large items that do not fit in your toter.
📦 Cardboard is NOT accepted with bulky items — please place it in your recycling toter or take excess cardboard to the Recycling Center.
🛏️ For the safety of residents and workers, all mattresses and box springs must be completely wrapped and sealed in plastic before pickup.
Thank you for helping keep collection safe and efficient!
Night Shift Summary. 5/20/26:
Check the well being conducted in the 2800 block of Rabbit Trail Dr.
Fraud was reported in the 1300 block of High St.
A peace disturbance was reported in the 700 block of Locust St.
A male was arrested on a fugitive warrant during a traffic stop in the 1300 block of W. 5th St.
A peace disturbance was reported in the area of Elbert Dr.
A suspicious vehicle was reported in the area of Washington Corners.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT
Day Shift Summary. 5/20/2026
A vehicle was towed from a business in the 5400 block of East 5th because it was hindering business operations
A derelict vehicle was towed from the area of Main/Walnut Street
A suspicious person was reported in the 500 block of East 5th Street.
A subject was arrested on warrants during a traffic stop in the area of Hwy 100/Hwy 47
The City of Washington is accepting applications for our next City Administrator.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a financially strong, growing community with major investments in infrastructure, parks, and public safety already underway. Washington is a place where good leadership is noticed — and where your work will have a lasting impact.
Starting Salary: $123,232 – $141,814 DOQ | Apply by May 26, 2026
📧apply@thequalitycoach.com
Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this post and help us find Washington's next great leader.
View the full recruitment profile: https://aptg.co/cZM9pv
Learn more at washmo.gov
Why We Serve
Name: P.O. Nolan Crawford #264
Where are you from and where did you go to high school? I’m from Sullivan, Missouri and attended Sullivan High School.
What did you do prior to getting into law enforcement and do you have any prior public safety experience? Prior to becoming a Police Officer, I was a career Firefighter for 13 years with the Sullivan Fire Protection District. I was also a part-time EMT with the Gerald Ambulance District.
What academy did you go to? I attended and graduated from the Eastern Missouri Police Academy in 2019.
When did you join Washington PD and why? I joined in 2019 because my wife grew up in Washington and we moved here after getting married. The department has a great reputation and the community is very supportive of police.
What is your current role within the department and do you have any specialized training or assignments? I’m currently assigned as a Patrol Officer in our Patrol Division. Not only am I a Patrol Officer, I’m also a Field Training Officer which means I train newly hired or later transfer officers before they’re released to solo patrol functions.
I started out in the Patrol Division when I was hired and for a brief time, I transferred to the department’s S.R.O. / D.A.R.E. Unit as a School Resource Officer for the School District of Washington and was assigned to the Washington Middle School. I also taught D.A.R.E. at several area schools.
Why did you choose law enforcement as a career? I chose to be a police officer because I spent a lot of time in emergency services and saw the increasing need for good, quality police officers.
What’s one thing you wish the public knew or understood about law enforcement and one thing you didn’t know until after you started? I wish people knew that law enforcement officers are normal, everyday people with the same human reactions and emotions just like everyone else in society. We’re not robots and shouldn’t be expected to act like one.
One thing I didn’t fully understand until I started working in law enforcement is that not everyone who is arrested remains in custody until bail is posted or they appear in court.
When someone is arrested, an incident report is prepared. Depending on the circumstances, we may contact the prosecutor’s office to determine whether they want to submit a warrant request to a judge so the accused can be held in custody until bail, if granted, is posted or until they appear in court.
If someone commits a serious felony, poses a danger to the community or the victim, or is considered a flight risk, the prosecutor is more likely to request that a judge sign an arrest warrant and set an appropriate bail amount.
If the criteria for an in-custody warrant are not met, the accused is typically released pending review of the incident report. After reviewing the case, the prosecutor may issue a summons requiring the person to appear in court or decide to seek a warrant at that time.
What do you enjoy outside of work? Spending time with my family.
Are you married? Kids? I’m married and have 4 kids.
Pets? We have a dog named Miley.
Drop off unwanted herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, rodenticides, dewormers, fly tags, and fertilizers containing pesticides — at no cost to you!
⚠️ A few things to know:
• For farmers and households only (no business pesticides)
• Limit of 8,000 lbs per participant
• Rinsate will not be accepted
For more info, call 573-526-3910 or visit dnr.mo.gov/env/hwp/pesticide
Night Shift Summary. Date:05-19-2026
Homeless activity at the library.
A trespassing was reported near A Roy drive.
A fraud report was taken in the area of Brookfield drive.
A suspicious person was reported in the area of Washington Corners.
Before you pack up the towels, sunscreen, floaties, and that giant inflatable flamingo… 👀 be sure to check the weather first!
The pool will be CLOSED if we have:
🌡️ Temps under 73°
🌧️ Rain
💨 Heavy wind
⛈️ Thunder
⚡ Lightning
Basically, if the weather starts giving “storm chaser documentary” instead of “perfect pool day,” we’ll be taking a rain check. 😂
Here’s hoping for sunshine, calm skies, and cannonballs all weekend long! ☀️💦
Why We Serve
Name: Sgt. Matt Cooper #266
Where are you from and where did you go to high school? I’m from the Union Missouri area and went to Union High School.
What did you do prior to getting into law enforcement and do you have any prior public safety experience? I worked as a painter and for the City of Union Water Department. Prior to working for Washington PD, I was a Deputy with the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and was assigned as a Patrol Deputy and as a Detention Deputy.
What academy did you go to? Missouri Sheriff’s Association Training Academy.
When did you join Washington PD and why? 2020. At the time, I was ready for a change in my career. I really appreciated the small-town feel of Washington and how supportive the community is of the department and the officers who work here.
What is your current role within the department and do you have any specialized training or assignments? I currently serve as a Sergeant in our Patrol Division, where I previously served as a Patrol Officer and Corporal. I am also a Field Training Officer and help train new and lateral transfer officers before they are released to solo patrol operations. In addition, I serve as the Crisis Intervention Team Coordinator for our department and I am a member of our Peer Support Team.
Between my time as a Patrol Officer and Corporal, I transferred from patrol to our department’s S.R.O./D.A.R.E. Unit as a School Resource Officer for the School District of Washington, where I was assigned to Washington Middle School.
My specialized training includes Hostage Negotiator, Defensive Tactics Instructor, TASER Instructor, School Resource Officer, and D.A.R.E. Instructor.
Why did you choose law enforcement as a career? I knew I wanted a career where I could help people and make a difference. I also get car sick really easily, so Paramedic and Firefighter were probably not the best fit for me. Once I found the academy in Union, I never looked back. It has honestly been the best job I’ve ever had.
What’s one thing you wish the public knew or understood about law enforcement and one thing you didn’t know until after you started? I wish the public truly understood how much time officers sacrifice away from their own families. Yes, we knew what we were signing up for when we chose this profession, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy missing holidays, birthdays, and important moments sometimes.
I also wish people understood that officers are human too. We have emotions and feelings just like everyone else. Most of the time, we meet people on some of the worst days of their lives and carrying that can get heavy at times.
One thing nobody warns you about is the amount of paperwork involved in this job. The required paperwork is absolutely wild.
We are very fortunate here in Washington because the citizens are generally amazing and very supportive. Even a simple “thank you” from someone in the community can completely make our day.
What do you enjoy outside of work? Outside of law enforcement, I enjoy spending time with my family. We like taking the Polaris Ranger out, golfing (even though I’m terrible at it), kayaking, and relaxing on the river. Honestly, anything involving family time is what I enjoy most. Oh, can’t forget the beach, I love being on the beach.
Are you married? Kids? Yes. My wife Jamie and I have five children between the two of us, ranging in age from 7 years old up to 22 years old.
Pets? We have two dogs — a Giant Schnauzer and a Miniature Schnauzer.
Night Shift Summary. Date:05-18-2026
A female subject was transported to the hospital to seek help for some mental health struggles.
A wedding ring was found in the area of Washington Crossing.
A male subject was arrested for DWI in the area of 14th Street.
Arrests do not imply guilt.
Looking for a career where you can make a difference and feel supported while doing it? Join the team at the Washington Police Department!
✔ Competitive Pay
✔ Exceptional Benefits
✔ Supportive Team Environment
✔ An Amazing Community Behind Us
If you’re ready to serve a community that truly appreciates its officers, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of something bigger.
Happy EMS Week to the Washington Area Ambulance District!
We appreciate everything you do for our community day in and day out, call after call. You respond with professionalism, skill, and a calm presence in the middle of some of the most stressful situations people experience.
We're grateful for the teamwork and partnership we share on scene. From medical calls to traffic crashes and everything in between, you are a critical part of keeping Washington safe.
Thank you for your dedication, your hard work, and the difference you make every day.
Thank you for your dedication, your hard work, and the difference you make every day. Happy EMS Week!
The City of Washington, in partnership with Paint Busters, will host a Community Paint Recycling Event on Saturday, May 30 from 9 AM–12 PM at the Washington Fairgrounds Swine Pavilion (11 Fairgrounds Street).
Accepted items include latex paint, water-based stains, and primers for $1 per pound. All containers must be sealed and labeled.
Questions? Contact Paint Busters at 314-916-4777 or the City of Washington at 636-390-1032.
Night Shift Summary. 5/17/26:
Report of shots fired in the 900 block of W. 5th St.
A dog was picked up in the 500 block of E. 5th St.
Suspicious activity was reported in the 1700 block of Madison Ave.
Check the well-being was conducted in the 1300 block of Stafford St.
A male was arrested in the area of the riverfront for disorderly conduct.
A suspicious person was reported in the 300 block of E. 5th St.
A subject reported lost dogs in the 2500 block of E. 5th St.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT
Night Shift Summary. 5/16/26:
Check the well-being in the 100 block of W. Main St.
A domestic disturbance was reported in the 700 block of Rainbow Dr. A male was arrested on a fugitive warrant during the investigation.
A peace disturbance was reported in the 500 block of E. 8th St.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT
Night Shift Summary. 5/15/26:
Check the well-being in the area of Washington Crossing.
A male was arrested on a fugitive warrant in the area of Phoenix Center Dr.
Assisted EMS in the 700 block of Fremont St.
Check the well-being in the 300 block of Stafford St.
Check the well-being in the area of the Washington Bridge.
A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 2300 block of Brookview Dr.
A domestic disturbance was reported in the 400 block of E. 4th St.
Check the well-being in the 2500 block of Rabbit Trail Dr.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT
Day Shift Summary 05/17/2026
Derelict vehicle was tagged in the 1900 block of Mike Alan Drive.
Subject was contacted on Phoenix Center Drive. It was determined the subject was having a mental health crisis. Subject was transported to the hospital for evaluation.
Found key fob was turned in that had been located on South Point Road.
Wallet was turned in that was located on Elbert Drive. Owner was contacted.
Hazards were removed from the roadway on Highway 47 at Highway 100.
Assisted EMS in the 600 block of East 8th Street. Subject was left in care of EMS.
Debit card that had been turned in from the 1300 block of Jefferson Street was returned to the owner.
The City of Washington is accepting applications for our next City Administrator.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a financially strong, growing community with major investments in infrastructure, parks, and public safety already underway. Washington is a place where good leadership is noticed — and where your work will have a lasting impact.
Starting Salary: $123,232 – $141,814 DOQ | Apply by May 26, 2026
📧apply@thequalitycoach.com
Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this post and help us find Washington's next great leader.
View the full recruitment profile: https://aptg.co/cZM9pv
Learn more at washmo.gov
Day Shift Summary 05/16/26
Assisted EMS in the 2000 block of Brookview Drive. Subject was transported by EMS.
Parking violation in the area of West Main Street and Cedar Street.
Suspicious person in the area Recreation Drive. Subject was contacted and given a trespass warning for the property.
Non-injury private property crash on Washington Square.
Parking violation in the 300 block of West Main Street. Vehicle had broken down and was towed by the owner.
Subject was stopped for a traffic violation on East 5th Street near Penn Street. Subject was found to have an outstanding warrant and was arrested.
Found property turned in that was located in the area of Jefferson Street and East 14th Street. Owner was contacted.
Parking violation in the 200 block of East 4th Street. Vehicle was moved.
Front Street, from Elm Street to Cedar Street, will remain closed over the weekend. Elm Street intersection and sidewalks will remain open.
Work on Front Street will resume Monday, May 18. Front Street will be closed from the intersection of Elm Street through the intersection of Cedar Street.
