For months, the SLMPD has been investigating a string of wire thefts that resulted in the arrest of an adult man connected to dozens of thefts.
Joint Investigation into Wire Theft Leads to 63 Felony Charges Read More »
SLMPD’s Traffic Division proudly honored Retired Motorman Wendell “Dick” Hess, who served with distinction from 1965 to 1987.
SLMPD Traffic Division Honors Retired Motorman Wendell “Dick” Hess Read More »
The SLMPD is proud to announce that Officer Thomas Bossch received an Honorable Mention in the prestigious National TOP COPS Awards, presented annually by the National Association of Police Organizations.
SLMPD Officer Thomas Bossch Receives TOP COPS Honorable Mention Award Read More »
The SLMPD and the St. Louis Police Foundation hosted the 39th Annual Memorial Breakfast, honoring the 167 SLMPD officers killed in the line of duty from 1863 to 2024.
39th Annual SLMPD Memorial Breakfast Read More »
The SLMPD joined other law enforcement agencies at the State Capitol on Saturday for the Missouri Law Enforcement Memorial Service.
Remembering Fallen SLMPD Heroes at the State Capitol Read More »
After 32 weeks of physical training and classroom instruction, 14 new SLMPD police officers were sworn-in during a graduation ceremony on April 24, 2025.
14 Recruits Sworn-In As St. Louis Police Officers Read More »
DJ Daniel is a 13-year-old from Houston, Texas, courageously battling brain and spinal cancer. His dream is to become a police officer and we’re happy to share that his dream has come true over 1,100 times across the country, including the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Yesterday, SLMPD Major Michael Mueller and other St. Louis area
Welcome to the SLMPD, Honorary Police Officer DJ Daniel! Read More »
SLMPD Detectives Dorrell Sherrill and Richard Edwards were recognized for their hard work and dedication after receiving the Major Case Squad Certificate of Merit Award. Their exceptional investigation skills were major in the assistance of solving a 2024 Homicide Case in Bridgeton. Through their collective efforts, along with their excellent investigative skills, an adult man
SLMPD Detectives Sherrill and Edwards Receive Major Case Squad Award Read More »
We are honored to have Detective Sergeant Melissa Foster on our team. Her dedication and hard work are being recognized as she received the Major Case Squad Certificate of Commendation Award. Her remarkable investigation skills assisted Cahokia Heights in solving a 2024 homicide case. She also played an integral role in solving several other carjackings and
Detective Sergeant Melissa Foster receives Major Case Squad Award Read More »
On April 2, the SLMPD and City of St. Louis held its Quarterly Report to update the community on year-to-date crime rates from January through March of 2025.
