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The Official 2025 Page for the Centralia MO Police Department

Chief of Police: Harlan Hatton

As of 2023, this is the official page of the Centralia Police Department in Centralia, Missouri. This page was created to provide people who live and work in Centralia, or others with an interest in the Centralia Police Department, access to information about the Centralia Police Department and a platform with which to interact with the Centralia Police Department. This page is monitored

and managed by the Administration of the Centralia Police Department.

• Please note: Any pets posted on the Centralia Police Department page are for identification and hopeful return to the legal owner(s). The Centralia Police Department can not/will not adopt or place pets with anyone other than the legal owner(s). Before posting on this page, please review these terms:
• A posting on this page constitutes acceptance of these terms.
• Do not use this page to report a crime. To report a crime, you may call (573) 682-2131 for non-emergencies. For emergencies, dial 911.
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• If you post information related to a crime on this page, you may be placing yourself in the position of becoming a witness to a crime and subject yourself to subpoena.
• “Friending” between Centralia Police Department officers and a citizen does not indicate endorsement of that person’s actions or comments.
• Comments posted by others on the Centralia Police Department's page(s) are not to be considered the opinion of the Centralia Police Department; nor does CPD endorse any third-party comments on this page.
• The Centralia Police Department reserves the right to remove and/or block anyone who posts inappropriate material as determined by the Chief of Police.
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• If you have photos or videos you’d like to share on this page, contact the Centralia Police Department's Administration at (573) 682-2132. The Centralia Police Department welcomes a person’s right to express his/her opinion and encourages posters to keep comments related to content on this page. The Centralia Police Department reserves the right to remove any comments that are inappropriate or offensive, including comments that:
• defame, abuse, harass, stalk, threaten or violate the legal rights of others,
• include racism, hatred, slander, threats, obscenity, violence and/or vulgarity,
• spam or advertisements,
• have personal information about another person or that violate a person’s privacy,
• include copyrighted material that belongs to another person,
• contain links to inappropriate websites.

03/27/2026

🚨 Golf Cart & UTV Season is Here 🚨

If you’re planning to drive a golf cart or UTV around Centralia, make sure you’re registered and ready to go.

Stop by the Centralia Police Department to get your permit, especially if this is your first time registering.

📞 Questions? Give us a call at (573) 682-2131

03/05/2026

🐾 FOUND DOGS 🐾

Two Labrador Retrievers were found in the 300 block of West Gano Chance. Both dogs appear friendly and are currently being cared for.

If you believe these dogs belong to you, please contact the Centralia Police Department.

📞 573-682-2139

Please share to help us locate the owners and get these labs back home! 🐶🐶

02/10/2026

🚨 PUBLIC NOTICE – COUNTERFEIT CURRENCY ALERT 🚨

The Centralia Police Department has received reports of counterfeit $20 bills being passed at local businesses.

One of the bills recovered is clearly marked “MOVIE PROP USE ONLY” on the front and back. While this wording is visible upon closer inspection, it can easily be missed during busy transactions.

It is important to know that this may not be the only type of counterfeit bill in circulation. We are asking businesses and residents to be alert for any suspicious currency.

🔎 Things to watch for when checking bills:

• Wording such as “For Motion Picture Use Only” or “Movie Prop”
• Poor paper quality (real currency has a distinct cotton/linen feel)
• Lack of a security thread (hold the bill up to the light)
• No color-shifting ink on the number in the lower right corner
• Blurry printing or misaligned borders
• Duplicate serial numbers on multiple bills
• Incorrect watermarks or no watermark at all

So please take a moment to check larger bills carefully.

If you receive suspected counterfeit currency:
• Do not return it to the individual
• Avoid escalating the situation
• Attempt to obtain a description if safe to do so
• Contact Centralia PD immediately

If you have received one of these bills or have information related to counterfeit currency, please contact the Centralia Police Department at 311 or 573-682-2131.

Thank you, Centralia Police Department

01/21/2026

The individual in question has been identified!
The Centralia Police Department would like to thank the community for their continued support.

The Centralia Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the individual pictured below in reference to an incident that occurred at Prengers Extreme Mart located at 327 E. Singleton St. on 12/27/2025. The individual was observed wearing a gray “Senior” hoodie with “24” on the front, with the hood pulled over his face, and he was wearing dark-colored pants.

We also believe the individual may have left the area in a gray Jeep Cherokee.

📞 If you recognize this person, please contact the Centralia Police Department at 573-682-2131 or message our page privately.

❗ Please do not post names in the comments.

12/25/2025

🎄Merry Christmas from the Centralia Police Department🎄

As we celebrate this special season, the Centralia Police Department would like to wish our community a very Merry Christmas and a safe, joyful holiday. We are grateful for the continued support and partnership of our residents throughout the year.

Whether you’re traveling, spending time with family, or enjoying local traditions, please remember to stay safe and look out for one another. We are proud to serve such a strong and caring community.

From our family to yours, Merry Christmas! 🚓✨

12/19/2025

✨ SHOP WITH A HERO – 2025 ✨

On December 16, Officer Dietzel proudly represented the Centralia Police Department at the annual Shop with a HERO event at the Broadway Walmart in Columbia.

This heart-warming tradition brings local first responders together with children from families in need for a night of holiday shopping, encouragement, and joy. Police officers, firefighters, EMTs, 911 dispatchers, and other HERO partners walk alongside the kids to help make the season a little brighter. 🎁🎄

We’re honored to support the mission of First Responder Support (FRS) and their ongoing dedication to strengthening our community. Learn more or get involved at:

👉 https://firstrespondersupport.net

Thank you to FRS, Walmart, and all the HERO volunteers for creating meaningful memories for these families. 💙

12/11/2025

Please join us in welcoming Officer Ashden Dale to the Centralia Police Department!

Officer Dale officially begins his first day on December 12, 2025. He has shown great dedication throughout his training, and we’re excited to have him join our team as he begins his career in service to our community.

If you see him around town, be sure to say hello and help us make him feel welcome!

12/01/2025

FOUND SAFE

The Centralia Police Department is relieved and grateful to share that Hailie Faith Chaney has been found safe.

We want to extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who shared the information, called in tips, and kept Hailie and her family in their thoughts. Moments like this remind us how strong and supportive our community truly is.

Thank you for standing with us and helping bring this situation to a positive and safe outcome.

Centralia Police Department

11/04/2025

🎉 Honoring Code Enforcement/Animal Control Officer Sandy Buck 🎉

After nearly 39 years of dedicated service, Code Enforcement/Animal Control Officer Sandy Buck will be retiring from the City of Centralia on December 23, 2025.

Sandy began her career with the City on June 16, 1987, under Chief Bud Yoder, and has proudly served under eight different Police Chiefs, concluding her career under Chief Harlan Hatton. Her professionalism, dedication, and compassion have made her an invaluable part of the Centralia Police Department and the community she’s served for almost four decades.

Sandy’s hard work and commitment have not gone unnoticed. She was recognized by the City of Centralia as Citizen of the Year on May 9, 2019, a true reflection of her heart for the people and animals in our community. Whether she was addressing city code concerns, assisting with animal control, or lending a helping hand wherever it was needed, Sandy has always gone above and beyond to make Centralia a cleaner, safer, and more welcoming place to live.

Please join us in thanking Officer Sandy Buck for her 39 years of outstanding service to the City of Centralia. We wish her all the best as she begins her well-deserved retirement! 💙🐾

10/24/2025

🚨 Don’t let old prescriptions fall into the wrong hands! 💊

The Centralia Police Department is partnering with the Boone County Sheriff’s Office, the DEA, and local law-enforcement agencies for the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Event this weekend!

📍 Drop-off Location: Centralia Police Department Lobby – 114 S. Rollins St.
📅 Saturday, October 25th
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Bring your unused or expired prescription medications and drop them off for safe and responsible disposal.

✅ No questions asked
🚫 No needles or sharps, please

All medications collected will be turned over to the DEA for proper disposal.

Let’s work together to keep our homes, kids, and community safe! 💙

10/10/2025

🚨 Vehicle Break-Ins – Lockport Subdivision 🚨

The Centralia Police Department is currently investigating multiple vehicle break-ins that occurred overnight in the Lockport subdivision. Several vehicles were entered, and a firearm was reported stolen.

If you live in the area and have home security or doorbell cameras, please review your footage for any suspicious activity between late last night and early this morning.

Anyone with information or video footage is asked to contact the Centralia Police Department at (573) 682-2131.

As a reminder, please remove valuables from your vehicles and ensure they are locked at all times.

Thank you for helping keep our community safe.

— Centralia Police Department

10/06/2025

The Centralia Police Department would like to welcome Officer Larry Dietzel. Officer Dietzel was Sworn into service on 09/22/2025. If you see Officer Dietzel out in the community, please feel free to say hello.

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114 S Rollins Street
Centralia, MO
65240

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