Holts Summit Police Department

05/29/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and Missouri State Highway Patrol family of Corporal Gary T. Daniels.

Moments like this are a heartbreaking reminder that we never truly know the weight someone may be carrying. Please take time to check in on your friends, family, coworkers, and those around you. Let them know they matter. Let them know they are loved. Let them know they are not alone.

This world can be heavy, and sometimes a simple phone call, text message, or conversation can mean more than we realize.

Please keep Corporal Daniels’ family, loved ones, and the members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol in your prayers.

When Corporal Gary Daniels graduated from the Missouri State Highway Patrol Law Enforcement Academy in 2015, he had established the first bond in a trooper’s career: He would forever be a member of the 101st Recruit Class. Decades later, troopers can name everyone in their recruit class. Recruits make it through the rigorous six-month bootcamp-style academy because they learn they are part of a team. A team in which they can rely on one another when their lives are on the line. Over the next decade, Gary established other immutable bonds within the Patrol – first in Troop C; then Troop A, where he could be closer to his family in Kansas; then part of the Patrol’s recruiting division; and, most recently, at the Patrol’s academy, where he could help shape the careers of young recruits.
Each current Patrol member and the larger Patrol family ache over the tragic loss of Corporal Gary Daniels. Missouri Department of Public Safety Director Mark James, a member of Patrol’s 48th Recruit Class, said, “Our troopers are hurting because Gary Daniels was a valued member of the Patrol family with a stellar career. He recruited and encouraged young men and women that they could succeed in our organization and, then in the academy, he helped shape the future of the Patrol. The Patrol and the entire DPS family mourn this terrible loss. Our thoughts are with Gary’s family and all who loved him.”
We will remember Gary Daniels for his selfless service to the public and for upholding the values of the Missouri State Highway Patrol. He will forever be part of the Patrol team.
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05/19/2026

05/13/2026

The Holts Summit Police Department’s phone lines are back up and working properly.

As always, please call 911 for emergencies or any situation requiring an immediate law enforcement, fire, or medical response.

05/13/2026

The Holts Summit Police Department’s main phone line is currently down. We are working to get the issue resolved as soon as possible.

For non-emergency assistance, please contact Callaway County Joint Communications at 573-642-7291.

As always, for emergencies, please call 911.

We will provide an update once the phone line is restored.

05/12/2026

National Police Week 2026

This week, May 10–16, 2026, the Holts Summit Police Department joins communities across the nation in recognizing National Police Week.

National Police Week is a time to honor the service, sacrifice, and dedication of law enforcement officers who work every day to protect their communities. It is also a solemn time to remember the officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty and to support the families, agencies, and communities they left behind.

During this week, we especially want to recognize and thank the dedicated police officers of the Holts Summit Police Department. To the officers of Holts Summit Police Departments: thank you for your commitment, professionalism, and willingness to serve. Your work often happens quietly, without recognition, but it makes a real difference in the safety and quality of life of our community.

We appreciate the long hours, missed family time, difficult calls, and daily responsibilities that come with wearing the badge. Your dedication to protecting and serving Holts Summit does not go unnoticed.

We also extend our appreciation to our law enforcement partners, emergency responders, city leaders, and the citizens of Holts Summit for their continued support.

This week, we remember the fallen, support their families, honor those who serve, and reaffirm our commitment to protecting and serving the Holts Summit community.

Serving with Pride. Protecting with Purpose.

04/16/2026

As the temperatures begin to rise and we head into the warmer months, the Holts Summit Police Department would like to remind our community to stay vigilant. Historically, this time of year brings an increase in outdoor activity and unfortunately, an increase in crimes of opportunity such as vehicle break-ins and thefts.

Many of these incidents occur simply because vehicles are left unlocked or valuables are left in plain view. Taking a few extra seconds to secure your vehicle can make a significant difference in preventing these crimes.

We encourage everyone to follow these safety tips:

🔒 Always lock your vehicle, even when parked in your driveway or for a short period of time
🎒 Remove all valuables, including wallets, purses, fi****ms, electronics, and loose change—or store them out of sight
🔑 Never leave keys or key fobs inside your vehicle
🚗 Close and secure all windows and sunroofs
💡 Park in well-lit areas or areas covered by security cameras when possible
🏠 Consider installing home security cameras or motion lighting as an added deterrent

Criminals often look for easy targets. An unlocked car or visible valuables can make your vehicle a target in seconds. By taking these simple precautions, you can greatly reduce your risk.

We also ask residents to be proactive—if you observe suspicious behavior, such as individuals checking door handles or lingering around vehicles, please report it immediately to local law enforcement. Your awareness and quick reporting can help prevent crimes and keep our neighborhoods safe.

Let’s work together to protect our community. Stay alert, stay safe, and remember—lock it or lose it.

03/26/2026

🚨 Community Assistance Requested 🚨

The Holts Summit Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a subject who was last seen operating a green motorcycle in the area of County Road 381 and County Road 382.

If you have any information regarding this individual or observed any suspicious activity in that area, please contact the Holts Summit Police Department.

📞 Non-emergency: 573-896-4911

Thank you for your assistance in helping keep our community safe.

03/05/2026

Traffic Crash Alert

Please avoid the area of S. Summit Drive and Center Street. Emergency crews are working an extrication accident.

See full article: https://app.govoutreach.com/holtssummitcitymo/public/communications/59420