Chetopa Police Department

Chetopa Police Department Police Department

08/21/2026

Please remember that Labette County is currently under a burn ban.
With the extreme, desert-like heat and dry conditions we are experiencing, even a small fire can quickly become dangerous and spread out of control.
Please help us keep our community safe by not burning, avoiding activities that could start a fire, and taking the burn ban seriously.
Our emergency personnel are already working in extremely difficult heat. Every preventable fire means putting firefighters, law enforcement, EMS, and other emergency personnel at unnecessary risk.
Please do your part. Stay safe, follow the burn ban, and help limit unnecessary emergency responses during this dangerous heat.
One spark can become a major emergency. Let's keep Labette County safe.

08/10/2026

The Chetopa Police Department has been made aware of a social media post circulating on the residents’ page claiming that a local individual had been involved in a tragic accident and had passed away.

We understand that a post of this nature can cause immediate concern, especially among family, friends, and members of our community. Throughout the evening and into this morning, the Police Department received multiple messages from concerned individuals asking whether the information was true.

After following up on the information and speaking directly with the individual in question, as well as several members of his family, we were able to confirm that he is safe, doing well, and was not involved in an accident.

The individual has indicated that he believes his Facebook account may have been compromised or hacked, and the family is working to determine exactly what occurred.

At this time, there is no indication that the reported accident or death actually occurred, and no crime has been identified for the Police Department to investigate.

We ask everyone to please respect the privacy of the individual and his family while they work through this situation. We also ask that people refrain from continuing to share or speculate about the original post.

We sincerely appreciate everyone who reached out because they were concerned about his well-being. Your concern for a member of our community is appreciated.
Most importantly, he is safe and doing well.

07/17/2026

Apparently there's a rumor going around that something happened to the K-9 vehicle.

I'll be honest... I was a little confused.

I climbed into the K-9 unit this morning after my days off to drive it into work, then drove it around all day, and it never once hinted that anything was wrong.

So, as far as I know, nothing has happened to the K-9 vehicle. If it did, somebody forgot to let me in on the secret... and I'd like to think I'd be one of the first people to know.

Just a friendly reminder—we see and hear just about everything that gets posted around town. If you've got a question, we're always happy to answer it. Feel free to reach out before hitting that "Post" button and accidentally creating 37 phone calls over a rumor. We'd much rather spend a few minutes answering a question than chasing social media myths.

Thanks, everyone! We appreciate you all... even if you do keep us on our toes sometimes.

Sgt. Brown is always volunteering to get his picture taken, and he was happy to help us share the news of our new equipm...
07/06/2026

Sgt. Brown is always volunteering to get his picture taken, and he was happy to help us share the news of our new equipment.

The Chetopa Police Department would like to extend our sincere thanks to the USDSA for their generous donation of our new Model 800 PBT.

This new equipment will enhance our ability to investigate suspected DUI cases in the field by providing officers with another valuable tool during roadside investigations. It will help us strengthen DUI enforcement, improve roadway safety, and better protect the citizens and visitors of our community.

Thank you, USDSA, for your support of law enforcement and your commitment to helping keep our roads safer.

06/23/2026

As a reminder, the City of Chetopa’s fireworks ordinance allows the discharge of fireworks from June 27th through July 5th between the hours of 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
On July 4th only, the hours are extended until 12:00 midnight.
Please be respectful of your neighbors, keep safety in mind, and make sure fireworks are used responsibly. Let’s all do our part to have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend.
— Chetopa Police Department

What a great turnout today for the 1st Annual CPD Softball Tournament! For one day, Chetopa set aside the usual disagree...
06/21/2026

What a great turnout today for the 1st Annual CPD Softball Tournament!

For one day, Chetopa set aside the usual disagreements, Facebook debates, and small-town opinions and came together for a really great cause — and that means a lot to us.
We had a great crowd, great teams, lots of laughs, and enough visits to the concession stand to make us think some of y’all may have been there for the nachos just as much as the softball… and honestly, we can’t blame you.

And of course, we can’t forget one of the biggest highlights of the day — our officers taking pies to the face. We’re still not sure how that became a good fundraising strategy, but judging by the crowd’s reaction, it may have been the most popular part of the whole event. Apparently supporting a good cause and watching law enforcement get hit in the face with whipped cream is a winning combination.

Today was a great reminder that no matter what differences people may have, this community knows how to show up when it matters. We are incredibly thankful for every team that played, every volunteer who helped, every person who came out to support, and every one of you who spent your day with us.

Events like today don’t happen without a lot of support, and we truly appreciate this town for showing up the way it did. It was a fun day, a successful day, and a great example of what community looks like.

We’ll be posting totals on Monday along with shout-outs to everyone who helped make today happen.

From all of us at Chetopa PD, thank you for the support, the laughs, and for helping make the first annual tournament something special. We appreciate every one of you. And congrats to the hometiwn Toby Nadingand his band of Iglorious Batters on their Championship. Thank you everyone one and be looking for updates

06/17/2026

On June 14, 2026, the Chetopa Police Department received a complaint regarding alleged inappropriate conduct.

Officers immediately began an investigation and gathered statements and evidence related to the complaint.

Based on the information obtained during the investigation, Aaron Clark was charged with two counts of KSA 21-5513, Lewd and Lascivious Behavior. An arrest warrant was subsequently issued.

On June 17, 2026, Clark was located and taken into custody without incident.
As with all criminal cases, all suspects are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

06/16/2026

The Chetopa Police Department is excited to announce our Fundraiser Softball Tournament on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Chetopa Baseball and Softball Fields!
Games kick off at 9:00 AM, and the Championship Game is scheduled for 6:00 PM.

We have several local teams participating, so come out and cheer on your friends, family, coworkers, and maybe even that one person who swears they could've gone pro if it wasn't for their bad knee.

The Chetopa Police Department will have the concession stand open throughout the day, serving up food, drinks, and probably enough snacks to fuel a small army.
All proceeds from the tournament will go directly into the Police Department Equipment Fund to help purchase equipment needed to better serve and protect our community.
Now for the part everyone has been waiting for...

Throughout the day, tickets will be available for purchase for a chance to PIE THE CHIEF IN THE FACE!

That's right. For a small donation, you could earn the opportunity to publicly launch a pie directly at the Chief's face. Some of you have probably been training for this moment your entire lives. Please remember, this is a fundraiser—not a personal vendetta. One pie per winning ticket.

This event isn't just about softball or raising money. It's about bringing our community together, welcoming visitors to town, having some fun, and strengthening the relationships that make Chetopa such a special place to live.
Whether you're coming to play ball, eat a hot dog, laugh at the Chief getting pied, or just spend time with friends and neighbors, we'd love to see you there.

Thank you for your continued support of the Chetopa Police Department. We appreciate each and every one of you and remain committed to doing our very best to protect and serve this community.
See you at the ball fields!

06/14/2026

We are aware that several power lines have been affected by falling limbs and storm damage, resulting in power outages in parts of our community. We understand how frustrating it can be to be without electricity, especially during severe weather, and we appreciate everyone's patience.

Please remember that the crews working to restore power are doing so in extremely difficult conditions. They are out in the lightning, wind, and rain, working as quickly and safely as possible to get power restored to everyone affected. These men are putting themselves in challenging and potentially dangerous situations to help our community.

We would also like to remind everyone that this outage is affecting multiple areas, and the utility crews are working through numerous issues at the same time. Many of the workers restoring power are also dealing with outages at their own homes and concerns for their own families, yet they continue to work long hours to serve others.

Instead of harsh words or criticism, we encourage everyone to offer patience, understanding, and a simple "thank you." A few kind words can go a long way and are greatly appreciated by those working tirelessly to restore services.

Please continue to avoid any downed power lines and report them to the appropriate authorities. Never approach or drive over a downed line, as it should always be considered energized and dangerous.

Thank you for your patience, your understanding, and your support of the crews working hard to get our community back up and running.

Chetopa Police Department

06/12/2026

We would like to welcome approximately 430 cyclists who will be riding through our community tomorrow as part of the Bikes Across Kansas event.

The riders are expected to arrive between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and will be making their way to Veterans Park for a break and lunch before continuing their journey across the state.

We ask all motorists to please use extra caution while traveling through town during these hours. Be alert for cyclists on our roadways, slow down when necessary, and help ensure everyone arrives safely at their destination.

We also encourage our residents to come out and give these visitors a warm Chetopa welcome! Bring your hometown Hornet spirit, wave, cheer them on, and show them what makes our community special. A friendly smile and a few words of encouragement can go a long way for riders who have already logged many miles on their journey.

Let's work together to make their stop in Chetopa a safe, enjoyable, and memorable one.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to welcoming Bikes Across Kansas to our community!

— Chetopa Police Department

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618 N 11th Street
Chetopa, KS
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