Fulton Ky Police Department

04/30/2026

We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Crittenden County Sheriff’s office and the family of Deputy Coyle. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Please continue to keep the Coyle family in your prayers for the days to come

04/27/2026

WEATHER UPDATE

Here is the latest from the National Weather Service. Remember to have your plans in place for severe weather!

04/27/2026

WEATHER UPDATE

Below is the latest update from the National Weather Service. With inclement weather on the way, the Fulton Police Department wants to encourage our community to take a few simple steps to stay safe and prepared.

AT HOME:
• Have flashlights, batteries, and a battery-powered or hand-crank weather radio on hand.
• Keep a 72-hour supply of water, food, and any necessary medications.
• Charge your devices BEFORE the storm arrives.
• Know where your important documents are (insurance, ID, medical records).
• Check on elderly or disabled neighbors who may need assistance.

ON THE ROAD:
• Avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rain.
• NEVER drive through flooded roads — just 6 inches of water can knock a person down, and 12 inches can sweep away a vehicle. TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN.
• Slow down — wet roads significantly reduce stopping distance.
• Keep your headlights on and increase your following distance.
• Make sure your windshield wipers and tires are in good condition before heading out.

STAY INFORMED:
• Download a trusted weather app and enable emergency alerts on your phone.
• Follow this page, WPSD-TV, or US National Weather Service Paducah Kentucky for real-time updates.

IF YOU LOSE POWER:
• Never run a generator indoors or in a garage — carbon monoxide is deadly.
• Use flashlights instead of candles when possible to reduce fire risk.
• Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed to preserve food as long as possible.

Your safety is our top priority. We will be on patrol and ready to respond throughout the duration of this weather event. If you have a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately.

— Chief R. Allen Poole
"Community Committed"

04/24/2026

These dogs were found in the Maple Street/East Drive area. Anyone with information can call the police department or message the Dog Pound of Fulton Ky

04/18/2026

At approximately 4:45 p.m. today, the South Fulton Police Department initiated a traffic stop on a wanted subject. The driver failed to yield and fled across the state line into Fulton, where the vehicle crashed into First Financial Bank on Lake Street.

The occupant fled on foot and was apprehended a short distance away by South Fulton PD.

No injuries to the public or officers have been reported. Lake Street may be affected while the scene is cleared and damage is assessed.

— Chief R. Allen Poole
Fulton Police Department

04/17/2026

**TRAFFIC ADVISORY – STRUCTURE FIRE**

The Fulton Fire Department is currently on scene of a structure fire in the area of VanLea Drive, Harding Court, and Vernon Avenue.

Motorists and residents are asked to avoid this area while crews work. Expect road closures, emergency apparatus, and fire hose across roadways. Please do not drive over fire hoses or around emergency vehicles.

We will provide updates as they become available. Thank you for your cooperation and please keep our firefighters in your thoughts as they work to bring this incident under control.

Chief R. Allen Poole
Fulton Police Department
"Community Committed"

04/15/2026

For those keeping score:

Viaduct: 1. Penske: 0. 🚛💨

-Chief R. Allen Poole
"Community Committed"

04/14/2026

Attention Bulldog Families ~

04/13/2026

FULTON CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT & FULTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT - April 13, 2026

JOINT STATEMENT REGARDING THIS MORNING'S SOFT LOCKDOWN AT FULTON HIGH SCHOOL

This morning, Fulton High School briefly implemented a soft lockdown following a report from a concerned parent who contacted authorities stating that her child had been in possession of a realistic-looking BB gun the previous evening and that she was unable to locate it at her residence. Out of an abundance of caution, she expressed concern that the item may have been brought onto school grounds.

Upon receiving the report, school resource officers and school administrators acted quickly to isolate the student and conduct a thorough search of his belongings and all areas of the school grounds he may have accessed. Simultaneously, Fulton City Police Department officers were dispatched to the student's residence to conduct a secondary search.

Upon officers' arrival at the residence, the student's parents had located the BB gun and voluntarily turned it over to officers, who retained it at the family's request. The item was confirmed to be a BB gun and posed no threat to students or staff.

The soft lockdown was brief, lasting less than half of one class period, and normal school operations resumed promptly. At no point were students in any danger.

In today's environment, we cannot treat reports like this as anything less than a priority. The officers and school staff responded swiftly and professionally, and the outcome reflects exactly what community cooperation looks like. We are grateful for this parent's decision to contact us immediately.

Fulton City Police Department and Fulton Independent School District want to reassure the community that today's response is a reflection of the systems and relationships in place to keep our schools safe. Parents and community members are always encouraged to report concerns, no matter how uncertain they may seem.

Chief R. Allen Poole
Fulton City Police Department

Superintendent Coy Samons
Fulton Independent Schools

03/22/2026

There's nothing quite like a day of fishing with great kids!

The Fulton Police Department is thrilled to share that we had a wonderful time today on our first fishing trip of the year with a group of Fulton Independent students! Together, we reeled in a total of 11 fish — and a whole lot of fun along the way.

These kinds of moments — away from the hustle and bustle, out in nature together — are at the heart of what community policing is all about. We are so thankful for these students and the joy they brought to the trip.

We cannot wait to do it all again soon. Here's to many more casts and catches ahead!

Chief R. Allen Poole
“Community Committed”