Columbus Nebraska Police Department

Columbus Nebraska Police Department Columbus Police Department
2330 14th Street
Columbus, NE 68601
(402)564-3201 phone
(402)562-7325 fax

Columbus Police Department is seeking your help to locate Kanten Keller. He was last seen in the early morning hours of ...
06/02/2026

Columbus Police Department is seeking your help to locate Kanten Keller. He was last seen in the early morning hours of May 30, 2026.
Possibly in a white 2008 Volkswagen EOS.
If you have any information as to his whereabouts, please contact Dispatch at (402)564-3201 or Crimestoppers at (402)563-4000.

We do not believe that he has his telephone. He does have a history of depression.

CPD is requesting your assistance in the identification of three suspects in reference to a theft investigation that occ...
06/02/2026

CPD is requesting your assistance in the identification of three suspects in reference to a theft investigation that occurred at Wal-Mart on May 18, 2026 at 9:21 p.m. The suspects were observed leaving in a white Ford Fusion. Case #26-1335. If you have any information, send us a direct message, or call (402)564-3201 for Dispatch, or call (402)563-4000 for Crimestoppers.
We appreciate your assistance.

Please welcome Kyra Bowen to the Columbus Police Department summer internship program. We are excited to have her from D...
06/01/2026

Please welcome Kyra Bowen to the Columbus Police Department summer internship program. We are excited to have her from Doane College.

Weโ€™ve been having some great weather. Here are a few reminders for some summer safety.         .
05/31/2026

Weโ€™ve been having some great weather. Here are a few reminders for some summer safety. .

UPDATE- the subjects have been identified. -Thank You!!!We need your assistance in identifying the subjects in these ima...
05/29/2026

UPDATE- the subjects have been identified. -Thank You!!!

We need your assistance in identifying the subjects in these images reference a theft case, IR 26-1242 that occurred at Super Saver on May 15th.

Please send us a direct message or call (402)564-3201 for dispatch or (402)563-4000 for Crimestoppers.

๐Ÿš”๐Ÿš”Have you ever wanted to be a police officer?๐Ÿš”๐Ÿš”The department is currently seeking qualified men and women to serve a p...
05/29/2026

๐Ÿš”๐Ÿš”Have you ever wanted to be a police officer?๐Ÿš”๐Ÿš”
The department is currently seeking qualified men and women to serve a progressive Nebraska community of approximately 25,000 residentsโ€”and growing. Current staffing includes 38 sworn officers. ๐Ÿ‘ฎ๐Ÿผโ€โ™€๏ธ
Columbus Police Department believes that this profession is a calling and a very rewarding career choice. We are proud to serve one of the most supportive communities in Nebraska and to be part of a progressive agency committed to excellence.๐Ÿš“
Do you have questions? Send us a direct message or reach out to HR Director at [email protected]
Come join our TEAM!!

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05/28/2026

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Courage. Commitment. Service.

The City of Columbus is proud to congratulate Officers Jayden French and Ben Wotipka on being named recipients of the Cityโ€™s Award of Valor for Quarter 1 of 2026.

These officers were recognized for their heroism while responding to emergency calls, as well as for the dedication, professionalism and service they demonstrate every single day while protecting our community.

Their actions reflect the very best of public service and embody the values of the Columbus Police Department and the City of Columbus.

As part of the Cityโ€™s newly revamped employee recognition program, quarterly awards will honor employees who go above and beyond in service to our community. Officers French and Wotipka set an incredible standard as the first recipients of this recognition.

Please join us in congratulating Officers Jayden French and Ben Wotipka for this well-deserved honor!

For questions, send us a direct message, email us at [email protected].

๐Ÿ”ด UPDATE ๐Ÿ”ดAlissandra was located safe! Thank you Columbus residents for your assistance and police officers that searche...
05/28/2026

๐Ÿ”ด UPDATE ๐Ÿ”ด
Alissandra was located safe! Thank you Columbus residents for your assistance and police officers that searched for Alissandra. We are grateful that she has been returned home safely. 5/29/2026 06:00 a.m.

๐Ÿ”ด Attention Columbus ๐Ÿ”ด
We need your help in locating 12 year old, Alissandra Jones. She was last seen wearing a red sweater and left her residence on foot. Please call if you know where she is or have any additional information. She is 5โ€™3โ€ tall and 150 pounds. Call Dispatch at 402-564-3201 or remain anonymous at Crimestoppers 402-563-4000.

05/27/2026

โš ๏ธ TRAFFIC ALERT โš ๏ธ

Please use caution near the northwest corner of 23rd Street and 33rd Avenue due to a water main break repair.

๐Ÿšง The westbound outside lane on 23rd Street will be closed.
๐Ÿšง Westbound turn lanes from southbound 33rd Avenue will be reduced to a single turn lane.

City crews will remain onsite through the rest of today (Wednesday, May 27) and possibly most of tomorrow (Thursday, May 28) as repairs continue.

Please slow down, stay alert, and watch for workers and changing traffic patterns in the area. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

For questions, send us a direct message, email us at [email protected].

05/26/2026

๐Ÿšง TRAFFIC ALERT ๐Ÿšง

Motorists are advised that lane restrictions and intermittent road closures will be in place on 12th Avenue between 9th Street and 10th Street today, May 26, and tomorrow, May 27, due to road work.

Please use caution when traveling through the area, watch for crews and equipment, and consider alternate routes if possible.

The roadway is expected to fully reopen Thursday morning, May 28.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as improvements are completed.

For questions, send us a direct message, email us at [email protected].

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2330 14th Street
Columbus, NE
68601

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