Gladstone MO Police

07/29/2026

Valentine's Law Enforcement Continues

Today, Clay County Prosecutors have charged Defendant Ivan Sanders with the felony of Aggravated Fleeing (Valentine’s Law) and the felony of Tampering in the First Degree following a high-speed pursuit on July 28, 2026.

According to police reports, law enforcement officers attempted to stop a stolen 2017 white Infiniti Q50 that had just been located by the Gladstone Police Department after being reported stolen out of North Kansas City. The vehicle allegedly failed to stop, traveling southbound on NE Antioch Road and continuing past NE Vivion Road on NE Chouteau Trafficway, prompting a pursuit.

According to the probable cause statement, the driver continued to elude officers, traveling at speeds in excess of 100 MPH in a posted 40 MPH zone, passing approximately 11 vehicles in the oncoming lanes, and swerving dangerously between lanes near the I-35 underpass. The suspect allegedly failed to stop at a red traffic light, blowing through it to enter the I-35 northbound on-ramp at approximately 61 MPH. The chase continued northbound on I-35 with speeds staying in excess of 85 MPH.

The pursuit came to an end when a detective utilized a vehicle grappler to safely immobilize the vehicle. After the vehicle stopped, Sanders allegedly exited the car and fled on foot across the lanes of I-35. Police reports states he failed to comply with commands to stop, fleeing through an apartment complex at NE Elmwood Avenue and NE Winn Road. Deputies located Sanders allegedly attempting to hide next to a garage at NE 48th Terrace in Kansas City, Missouri, where he was successfully taken into custody.

The Court issued an arrest warrant and set bond at $100,000.

We thank our law enforcement partners for their work and collaboration, which allowed us to successfully file charges within 24 hours.

The information above was obtained from the court-filed probable cause statement in case 26CY-CR02224. All individuals mentioned are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The charges are allegations only and do not constitute evidence of guilt. The Clay County Prosecutor’s Office remains committed to seeking justice inside the courtroom.

07/25/2026

Real Consequence for Fleeing Police

Defendant Mathew M. Hamlet has been sentenced to 6 years in the Missouri Department of Corrections for Aggravated Fleeing from a Lawful Stop (Valentine’s Law) and Tampering with a Motor Vehicle in Case 25CY-CR02089-01 and 6 years for Tampering with a Motor Vehicle in Case 25CY-CR03827-01, with sentences to run concurrently.

The first sentence follows an incident when a Clay County Sheriff corporal tried to pull over a dark Hyundai Elantra after observing an obstructed and expired license plate. The Defendant suddenly accelerated away from the traffic stop, launched a high-speed police pursuit through Clay and Platte counties, drove at speeds between 70 and 100 MPH, ran multiple red lights, and repeatedly turned off the vehicle's headlights and taillights to evade officers. The pursuit ended in Kansas City when the Defendant crashed over a curb and into a light pole, disabling the vehicle. Hamlet fled into the woods after the crash but surrendered to deputies shortly after. A computer check later revealed the vehicle had been reported stolen the day prior.

The other case involved a separate incident when Gladstone police officers tracked a stolen maroon Chevrolet Malibu to a Walmart parking lot after a Flock camera alert. Officers arrested the Defendant in the parking lot, and a VIN check confirmed the car had been reported stolen from Johnson County, Kansas, the previous day.

Fortunately, reports indicate no one was injured in either case. We thank our local law enforcement partners, the Court, and our Assistant Prosecutors for their investigative work and collaboration in ensuring our roadways remain safe for all.

State of Missouri v. Mathew M. Hamlet 25CY-CR02089-01 & 25CY-CR03827-01

07/22/2026

🎉 Make plans for a morning of family fun at Kids Fest! ☀

Join us this Saturday, July 25, from 9 a.m. to noon at Linden Square for a free event filled with activities for kids of all ages. Enjoy arts and crafts, face painting, games, vendors, character visits, a waterslide and more!

The Cutie Pie Tri also returns for children ages 3 to 5! Participants will bike, run and finish with a trip down the water slide. 🚲🏃💦 Preregistration is required, and space is limited.

Register for the Cutie Pie Tri: https://gladstonemo.activityreg.com/clientpage_t2.wcs

07/14/2026

😎TODAY IS THE DAY!! Linden Square. 4-6pm today! See you there! 🍧🎵

We're less than one week away from FREE snow cones in Gladstone! On Tuesday, July 14 join Life 88.5 and the Gladstone MO Police at Linden Square from 4-6 pm.

Beat the heat with free snow cones, giveaways and music. Huge thanks to Stanley M. Herzog Foundation for their support of great community events like this!

More at life885.com.

07/09/2026

UPDATE 07/09/26 12:30: Sadly there is an update in this case. Just after noon this afternoon officers searching the area located Jackson unresponsive in a pond near the Briarcliff Village on north Mulberry.

Fire and rescue personnel immediately began resuscitation efforts but unfortunately he was declared deceased there at that location.

This will now be a death investigation conducted by members of our investigations bureau. There were no immediate signs of foul play. The medical examiner will determine the cause and manner of death at the conclusion of their investigation.

We are very thankful to the many agencies that provided assistance and resources. KCFD, Gladstone PD, Riverside PD, North Kansas City PD, MO KAN search and rescue and others in the community as well.

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MISSING PERSON: Jackson S. Georgari, 10y/o, 4'8" 80lbs, short black hair and brown eyes. Last seen 1100 block of NW Vivion Rd on 07/09/26 just before midnight wearing a gray t-shirt and gray shorts. If located, call 911 or notify the KCPD Missing Persons Section at 816-234-5043.

07/08/2026

Join us with Life 88.5 for Snow Cones with the Cops on Tuesday, July 14th from 4:00pm-6:00pm at Linden Square! This is a free community event! We hope to see you there!

07/04/2026

🚨 Freedom Fest Update 🚨

Gladstone Freedom Fest is underway!

However, due to this morning's rain delays, Superstar Mafia will no longer be performing.

The rest of today's lineup, including The Elders and Montgomery Gentry featuring Eddie Montgomery, will continue as scheduled.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to celebrating with you at Happy Rock Park!

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from the Gladstone Police Department! 🇺🇸

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Independence Day celebrating with family and friends.

If you’re looking for some hometown fun, come see us at Freedom Fest today at Happy Rock Park! Stop by, say hello, and enjoy all the festivities as we celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday together.

Have a fun, safe, and happy Fourth of July, Gladstone! 🎆🧨🎵

07/04/2026

It's happening....!! Come out and see us at Freedom Fest located at Happy Rock Park! Enjoy some great music, food, and fireworks! 🎆 🇺🇸

07/04/2026

Happy Independence Day, Gladstone! 🎆

Today's the day! Join us at Happy Rock Park for Gladstone Freedom Fest as we celebrate America's 250th anniversary.

Admission is FREE, and the celebration begins at 11 a.m.

Visit GladstoneFreedomFest.com for the event schedule, parking information, and more.

We can't wait to celebrate with you. Have a safe and happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸