WCU Police Department

10/16/2026

☎️ Ring, Ring! Do you hear it? Your future career as dispatcher with WCUPD is calling! Are you going to answer?

Apply today! https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/35698

10/04/2026

Happy 10-4 Day!

We hope y’all have an OK day 😉

09/24/2026

WCU PD officially announces the return of Corporal Tammy Pavey to Catamount Country after she swore her oath as a police officer today. Welcome Back Cpl. Pavey!

09/18/2026

WCU PD extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and coworkers of Officer Marcus McCarson. 💙

It is with profound sadness and very heavy hearts that we share the passing of one of our own.

Franklin Police Department Officer Marcus McCarson tragically died yesterday, September 17, 2026, in a two-vehicle collision while off-duty doing what he loved: riding his motorcycle.
He was only 21 years of age, and had just begun his law enforcement career with the FPD in December 2025. Before joining law enforcement he served in the United States Marine Corps.
He was a devoted husband to his amazing wife Abby, and became a new father just two months ago to his precious daughter Azzi. He was also very cherished by his own family, as well as, Abby's family who treated him like their own.

Marcus was loved like a little brother by everyone here at the PD. He served the Town of Franklin with the utmost professionalism and integrity for which we are most grateful.

Please keep his family, friends, and our department in your thoughts and prayers during the grieving days ahead.

Funeral arrangements are as follows:

The family will receive friends on
Tuesday, September 22nd
11am-1pm at the
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts.

A funeral service will follow at 1pm.
Rev. David Dickerson will officiate.

Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.

09/16/2026

You don’t want to miss this R.A.D. class! We have 30 open spots so be sure to email Detective Bumgarner to reserve your spot!

09/11/2026

Today marks the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001. The Western Carolina University Police Department honors and remembers all the lives lost. We will never forget the courage and sacrifice of the first responders, service members, and citizens who ran towards danger in the service of others.

We stand united in remembrance of those taken from us and in gratitude for the resilience and strength shown by our nation in the days that followed.

Take a moment to remember, honor, and ensure the legacy of sacrifice and service continues to inspire future generations.

Never forget.

09/07/2026

K9 Hondo and Officer Jarvis wish everyone a happy LABor Day!

09/05/2026

Recently, Sgt. Helton was recognized by the Western North Carolina Regional DWI Task Force for completing Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) training. ARIDE requires Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) as a prerequisite. In addition to these trainings, Sgt. Helton has also received training on the Intoximeter EC/IR II and Alcohol Screening Test Devices.

📢 A reminder to all during this holiday weekend - Don’t drink and drive! Have a designated driver! 🚨

08/29/2026

Hey Catamounts! The first home game of the 2026 season is only hours away! To ensure a safe and successful game day, our officers teamed up to cover some simple tailgating rules. Let’s get the win!

08/26/2026

🚨A Special Message🚨 from Chief Durall welcoming all Catamounts for the 2026 fall semester!