Gautier Police Department

08/26/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚨

Old Spanish Trail is closed from the CSX railroad crossing bridge to Shell Landing Boulevard due to a woods fire.

Please avoid the area, use an alternate route, and allow emergency personnel to work safely. Updates will be provided when the roadway reopens.

08/20/2026

It is with profound sadness that the Gautier Police Department mourns the passing of Sergeant Tristen Nicholson.

Tristen served our department and community with dedication, generosity, and a willingness to go the extra mile for others. He will be remembered for his sense of humor, his commitment to service, and the lasting impact he made on those who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside him.

We extend our deepest condolences to Tristen’s family, friends, former colleagues, and all who knew and loved him. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

Forever remembered. 💙

08/12/2026

The Gautier Police Department remains committed to serving our community with professionalism, dedication, and accountability.

Here is a look at our July 2026 Monthly Report, highlighting calls for service, reports taken, traffic activity, arrests, and crash statistics for the month.

We appreciate the continued support of our residents and encourage everyone to stay alert, drive safely, and report any suspicious activity.

Gautier Police Department
Committed to Community. Dedicated to Service.

08/06/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT | OLD SPANISH ROAD LANE CLOSURE 🚧

Motorists are advised that Old Spanish Road will be reduced to one lane between Isle of Pine Housing Community and Jacks Road due to ongoing work in the area.

To help avoid delays, motorists are encouraged to use the following alternate route:
➡️ U.S. Highway 90
➡️ Travel via Shaw Drive to Suter Road to bypass the work zone.

Please use caution when traveling through the area, follow all posted traffic control devices, and allow extra travel time.

Thank you for your patience as this work is completed.

08/05/2026

The City of Gautier is aware of the recurring train stoppages that periodically block the Ladnier Road railroad crossing. We understand the inconvenience these delays create for residents, businesses, and motorists traveling throughout our community.

"Our officers are actively documenting and reporting train stoppages whenever they occur," said Police Chief David Bever. "We encourage anyone who encounters a blocked crossing to report it through the Federal Railroad Administration's Blocked Crossing Incident Reporter. Every report helps provide valuable data that can assist in identifying patterns and advancing long-term solutions."
If you encounter a blocked crossing, please report it here: https://www.fra.dot.gov/blockedcrossings/

The Gautier Police Department will continue documenting and reporting train-related traffic disruptions, while the City actively works with the appropriate railroad and government partners to explore solutions that improve traffic flow and reduce the impact of these recurring delays.

We appreciate your patience and your partnership as we continue working toward meaningful improvements.

07/24/2026

🍗 THANK YOU, DODGE’S CHICKEN! 💙💛

The Gautier Police Department would like to extend a special thank you to Jen and the entire Dodge’s Chicken team for generously providing lunch for our department.

We truly appreciate your kindness, generosity, and support of our officers and staff. Thank you for thinking of us and making our day a little brighter!

07/22/2026

🚨 RUNAWAY / MISSING JUVENILE – PLEASE SHARE 🚨

The Gautier Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Kimirah Stanton, 17 years old.

Kimirah was last seen at approximately 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in the area of 2020 Ladnier Road.

Description:

Black female
5’8”
120 pounds
Brown hair / Brown eyes
Last seen wearing a black shirt and black pants

If you have any information regarding Kimirah Stanton’s whereabouts, please contact Gautier Police Department Dispatch at (228) 497-2486. If you see her or believe she may be in immediate danger, please call 911.

Please share this post to help us locate her safely.

07/22/2026

💙💛 A Sweet Thank You to Ramey’s! 💛💙

The Gautier Police Department would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Ramey’s for generously providing the cake for our recent Promotion Ceremony.

Your kindness and support helped make this special occasion even more memorable as we celebrated the accomplishments of our newly promoted officers. Community partnerships like yours make a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful for your continued support of our department and those we serve.

Please join us in thanking Ramey’s for helping us honor Lieutenant Brianne Ward, Sergeant Jamie Hearn, Sergeant Cory Shumock, and Sergeant Alexis Zelaya on this important milestone in their careers.

Thank you, Ramey’s, for your generosity and for supporting the Gautier Police Department and our community! 💙🎉

07/22/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Our Newly Promoted Officers! 🎉

The Gautier Police Department proudly congratulates the following officers on their well-earned promotions:

⭐ Lieutenant Brianne Ward
⭐ Sergeant Jamie Hearn
⭐ Sergeant Cory Shumock
⭐ Sergeant Alexis Zelaya

These promotions reflect their dedication, professionalism, leadership, and unwavering commitment to serving the citizens of Gautier. Each of these officers has demonstrated excellence in the performance of their duties and has earned the confidence and respect of both their peers and the community they serve.

Please join us in congratulating these outstanding officers as they begin this next chapter in their law enforcement careers. We are grateful for their continued service and look forward to the positive impact they will continue to make within our department and our community.

Congratulations, Lieutenant Ward, Sergeant Hearn, Sergeant Shumock, and Sergeant Zelaya! We are proud of you and wish you continued success.

💙💛 Congratulations from your Gautier Police Department family!

07/20/2026

UPDATE: ALANNAH HAS BEEN LOCATED SAFE!!!

THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE!!!

Gautier PD

🚨 MISSING JUVENILE – PLEASE SHARE 🚨

The Gautier Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Alannah Williams, age 15.

Alannah was last seen on July 18 at approximately 12:45 P.M. leaving the Kingfisher area.

Description:
Alannah is a Black female with brown eyes and black hair. She is approximately 5’6” and weighs approximately 120 lbs. She was last seen wearing a black shirt and gray sweatpants.

Anyone with information regarding Alannah’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Gautier Police Department Dispatch at 228-497-2486. If you see her or believe she may be in immediate danger, please call 911.

Please share to help bring Alannah home safely.