Metropolis Police Department

05/30/2026

It is with deep regret that the Metropolis Police announce the sudden and unexpected death of Alderman Chad Lewis. As the Fire Dept stated:

Chad was a dedicated public servant who cared deeply about our community and worked to make Metropolis a better place for all who call it home. His service, commitment, and friendship will be remembered and appreciated by many.

On behalf of the City of Metropolis, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Chad’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time. We ask the community to keep them in their thoughts and prayers as they mourn this tremendous loss.

Chad’s contributions to our city will not be forgotten, and he will be greatly missed.

05/26/2026

From the Office of the Director of Public Safety and Chief of Police: Arrest Summary, May 11-24, 2026;

May 11, 2026
Louis A Triplett,62, Metropolis was arrested in the 1100 block of Vienna on a federal warrant for Distribution of M**hamphetamine.

Rachel D. Curtis,39, Metropolis was arrested in the 2100 block of E. 5th for Battery.

Richard Vaughn,36, Paducah was arrested after a foot chase that started on 7th and Filmore. He was charged with Motor vehicle theft, theft from motor vehicle, resisting arrest, reckless driving, driving while license suspended, obstructing identification and was wanted on warrants from McCracken County, KY for parole violations for failure to register as a s*x offender and r**e.

May 12, 2026
Gavin W. Griffin, 20, Benton KY was arrested at the US 45 Rest Area for DUI and Possession of a Controlled Substance.

May 15, 2026
Craig D. Lindsey II, 40, Metropolis was arrested at Ft. Massac SP for Violation of an order of Protection.

May 16, 2026
Brian P. Clark,55, Murray KY was arrested in the 1500 block of E. 5th for DUI, Speeding and Illegal transportation of open alcohol, driving while license suspended and disobeying a red light.

Matthew A. Jenkins,35, Massac Co, was arrested in the 1800 block of E. 5th for disobeying a traffic control device, possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Courtney N. Martin, 37, Paducah was arrested on 5th near 12th St for DUI.

Pamela K. Tyson,66, Metropolis, was arrested for driving while license suspended on 9th and Butler.

May 18, 2026
Brittany N. Stone,41, Metropolis was arrested for DUI and Possession of a Controlled substance in the 1000 block of Broadway St.

May 20, 2026
Sadie C. Farmer,21, Belknap, was arrested at 10th and Ferry for Possession of M**hamphetamine.

Chloe Samantha H Guiel, 32, Massac Co, was arrested at 10th and Ferry and charged with Possession of M**hamphetamine.

Holly A McLelland,44, Metropolis was arrested for Possession of an altered prescription, motor vehicle theft x2, Criminal Trespass to vehicle x2 and theft from motor vehicle.

Bryce S. Murrell,21, Paducah, KY was arrested for Domestic Battery on 20th and North Ave.

May 21, 2026
Christina L. Avila,55, Metropolis was arrested for Domestic Battery in the 200 block of W. 12th.

Rosemary J. Bordoy,49, Metropolis was arrested in the 200 block of Lindsey for a warrant for FTA-Aggravated Battery and Threatening a Public Official.

Christopher E. Gibbs,35, Metropolis was arrested at the Spence Apartments for Aggravated Domestic Battery, DUI, Criminal Trespass to State Supported Property.

Aleecia C. Gilbert,31, Brookport was arrested in the 1900 block of McCrary for a warrant for FTA-Bringing contraband into a penal institution and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Denise A Gilbert, 53, Metropolis was arrested in the 500 block of Hillcrest for a warrant FTA- Possession of M**hamphetamine.

Jasmine R. Ramirez, 35, Metropolis was arrested for a warrant, FTA-Criminal Trespass to motor vehicle on 1th St and McCrary St.

Tyler R. Smith,35, Paducah KY was arrested for possession of M**hamphetamine, Possession of a Controlled Substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was also wanted on a warrant for possession of M**hamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia

May 22, 2026
Ayah L. Carter,20, Metropolis was arrested in the 1100 block of E. 8th for Domestic Battery

Teresa S. Neimeyer,35, Metropolis was arrested for Agg Domestic Battery, domestic Battery, Agg Battery to senior citizen and resisting arrest in the 800 block of Catherine.

Aahnyeya M. Perkins,19, Metropolis was arrested for Domestic Battery in the 100 block of E. 8th St.

Kimberly A Powell,48, Paris, TN was arrested for DUI, no valid drivers license and improper lane usage on E. 5th St and Scott St.

Donna Snell, 58, Metropolis was arrested for DUI in the 1600 block of W. 10th St.

May 23, 2026
Carried M Scott, 48, Metropolis was arrested for a McCracken County warrant for FTA-Possession of a Controlled Substance, Bail Jumping and multiple other drug related warrants.

Adam R. Rea, 35, Metropolis was arrested for Domestic Battery in the 600 block of Broadway.

If you, or someone you know is struggling with drug use, help is available. We want to help you before an arrest is necessary. You can call the Metropolis Police Department at 618.524.2310, the Massac County Mental Health crisis line, 618.524.9368, the 988-suicide line, and you can contact MCDAC (Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition) for recovery resources at 618.524.1393

If you're struggling, it's okay to share your feelings.
We are in tough times.
It is absolutely understandable.
Tell someone.
Call Someone.
Call someone who cares about you.
Call someone who is friends with you.
Feel as if you have no one to call?
That too is understandable:
Call the LIFELINE:
Please dial #988
-THEY CARE-
The 988 Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Support is also available via live chat .

The preceding information pertains to an arrest made by the Metropolis Police Department. This arrest was made on the basis of probable cause and all arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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05/22/2026

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05/19/2026

05/12/2026

This is National Police Week with Friday the 15th as National Police Officer Memorial Day. Honoring the officers who made the ultimate sacrifice.

05/11/2026

From the Office of the Director of Public Safety and Chief of Police: Arrest Summary, April 27-May 10, 2026:

May 1, 2026
Jahangir Alom,28, Chicago, was stopped in the 2100 block of E. 5th and charged with operation of a motor vehicle with suspended registration, operation of a motor vehicle without insurance and improper display of registration.

Billy J Chapman, 45, Metropolis was arrested for DUI, Improper Lane usage and fail to signal in the 1200 block of E. 5th.

May 2, 2026
Melvin E. Chavez-Martinez,37, Metropolis was stopped on 6th and Oak St. He was charged with no valid driver’s license and obstructing ID.

Santosh M. Gavada, 42, Metropolis was arrested for DUI and Disobeyed Traffic Control Device in the 2100 block of E. 5th St.

Kaleb N. Waddy,24, Mounds, was arrested on Old Marion Rd at Gurley for DUI and Possession of a controlled substance.

May 3, 2026
Alexander B. Doyle,38, Metropolis was arrested at the Spence Apartments and charged with Domestic Battery and Criminal Damage to State Supported Property.

Karissa M. Wyant, 32, Fulton KY was arrested for DUI and Improper Lane Usage on 12th and Coburn St.

May 5, 2026
Melanie K. Hogan, 48, Metropolis was arrested at the Fairmont Apartments and charged with Domestic Battery.

May 6, 2026
Cale A Lewis,45, Metropolis, was arrested on Coburn and 12th. He was wanted on a Massac County warrant for FTA-Theft.

Brandon A. Morrison,35, Metropolis was arrested in the 700 block of E. 12th St. He was charged with driving while license revoked an was wanted on a McCracken County KY warrant for felony fleeing or eluding police.

May 7, 2026
Steven R. Garner,66, Metropolis was arrested for a warrant issued by Massac County for FTA-Driving while license suspended and DUI, He was also charged with Resisting Arrest.

Kerry M. Neal,50, Massac Co, was arrested for driving while license suspended and a warrant issued by McCracken County KY for Felony Fleeing or Eluding Police.

Lacy K Peldo,33, Grantsburg, IL was arrested at 5th and Devers. She was charged with DUI, Improper Lane Usage, Illegal Transportation of Open Alcohol and DUI with a BAC of .08 or greater.

If you, or someone you know is struggling with drug use, help is available. We want to help you before an arrest is necessary. You can call the Metropolis Police Department at 618.524.2310, the Massac County Mental Health crisis line, 618.524.9368, the 988-suicide line, and you can contact MCDAC (Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition) for recovery resources at 618.524.1393

If you're struggling, it's okay to share your feelings.
We are in tough times.
It is absolutely understandable.
Tell someone.
Call Someone.
Call someone who cares about you.
Call someone who is friends with you.
Feel as if you have no one to call?
That too is understandable:
Call the LIFELINE:
Please dial #988
-THEY CARE-
The 988 Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Support is also available via live chat .

The preceding information pertains to an arrest made by the Metropolis Police Department. This arrest was made on the basis of probable cause and all arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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05/06/2026

The Metropolis Police Department recently held its first annual “Paint the Tile” event at Massac County High School!
Students were asked to submit artwork for a chance to have their design painted on a tile that will be displayed at the Metropolis Police Department.
Congratulations to our winners, Faith Coates and Angel Jaco! Your artwork will be proudly displayed for years to come.
We appreciate all the students who participated—there was a lot of talent on display. We’re looking forward to making this an annual event!

05/01/2026

It was great to catch-up with dozens of our Fight Crime: Invest in Kids members at the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police conference in Springfield, including Chiefs LoCoco (of Lemont), Fillback (Edwardsville), Bridick (Madison), Brueggeman (O'Fallon), and Masse (Metropolis). LeCoco and Bridick were among the 26 chiefs we welcomed as new members Thursday, and we appreciate all these law enforcement execs' help in amplifying the crime-prevention significance of wise investments in children's learning and development.

04/27/2026

From the Office of the Director of Public Safety and Chief of Police: Arrest Summary, April 11-26, 2026;

April 12, 2026
Donovan H. Weidig,32, Metropolis was arrested at the Strickland Apartments. Charged with Residential Burglary, Possession of Burglary Tools, Criminal Damage to StaTe Supported Property and Criminal Trespass to a Residence.

April 13, 2026
Collin A. Hornback, 26, Massac, was arrested for driving while license suspended, operation of an uninsured motor vehicle, illegal transportation of open alcohol and was also wanted on a Massac County warrant for FTA- DWLS.

April 17, 2026
Zachariah W. Snyder,31, Metropolis was stopped on 6th and Ferry and charged with driving a motor vehicle with suspended registration.

April 18, 2026
Donovan A. Smith, 30, Elizabethtown, KY was arrested at the Super 8 Motel and charged with Possession of M**hamphetamine.
April 19, 2026
Elizabeth R. Edwards, 38, Paducah KY was arrested on US 45 at the Massac Creek Bridge for DUI, Possession of M**h, Possession of Co***ne, and Possession of drug paraphernalia.

Nathaniel M. Hooks,27, Barnstead, NH, was arrested in front of the police department. He was wanted on a warrant issued by Massac County for FTA-Driving while license suspended.

Caden A Paschall, 22, Murray, KY was arrested on 5th St. near 12 th St for DUI, DUI with a BAC of .08 or greater, and illegal transportation of open alcohol.

April 22, 2026
Brandon A. Morrison, 38, Metropolis was arrested in the 1600 block of Filmore. Charged with Driving while license suspended, operation of vehicle with suspended registration and no valid registration.

Jeffery L. Wyatt, Jr, 38, Paducah, KY was arrested on 12th and Coburn and charged with Driving while license suspended.

April 23, 2026
Lesa C. Lindsey,36, Belden MS was arrested at Dorothy Miller Park for a warrant issued by Lee County, MS for Cruelty toward children.

Jacob P Rajaeich, 38, Belden MS was arrested at Dorothy Miller Park for a warrant issued by Lee County MS for felonious Child Abuse.

If you, or someone you know is struggling with drug use, help is available. We want to help you before an arrest is necessary. You can call the Metropolis Police Department at 618.524.2310, the Massac County Mental Health crisis line, 618.524.9368, the 988-suicide line, and you can contact MCDAC (Massac County Drug Awareness Coalition) for recovery resources at 618.524.1393

If you're struggling, it's okay to share your feelings.
We are in tough times.
It is absolutely understandable.
Tell someone.
Call Someone.
Call someone who cares about you.
Call someone who is friends with you.
Feel as if you have no one to call?
That too is understandable:
Call the LIFELINE:
Please dial #988
-THEY CARE-
The 988 Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Support is also available via live chat .

The preceding information pertains to an arrest made by the Metropolis Police Department. This arrest was made on the basis of probable cause and all arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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