Olathe Police Department

06/03/2026

Today members of the Olathe Police Department along with other metro agencies are participating in the Special Olympics Kansas Law Enforcement Torch Run to raise money for Special Olympics. We are honored to be able to participate in such a great event to benefit the amazing Special Olympic Athletes.

06/02/2026

Today Chief Butaud had the honor of swearing in 5 Police Officers. Welcome to the OPD family!

06/02/2026

UPDATE: Jeremiah has been found and is safe.

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06/01/2026

See you all tomorrow at 9am at Blackbob Park for Fishing with the Cops! All ages welcome and you don't have to know how to fish!

More info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GWYuu24mH/

05/31/2026

NEWS RELEASE

The Olathe Police Department is once again seeking the public’s assistance in locating endangered runaway Jeremiah Hernandez. Jeremiah is considered endangered due to his age.

Please see the link below for the full release and text accessibility.

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05/30/2026

Happy National E-Bike Day!

Today we’re highlighting important safety reminders and City of Olathe, KS Government ordinances for e-bike riders — and parents of young riders — to help keep our streets, sidewalks, and trails safe for everyone.

-Helmets are required for riders under 18
-Riders must yield to pedestrians
-15 MPH maximum on sidewalks and sidewalk areas
-E-bikes are permitted on roads with speed limits up to 40 MPH
-E-bikes must have motors under 750 watts
-Bikes with motors 750 watts or greater are classified as motor-driven cycles and are subject to additional licensing and legal requirements
-Reckless riding is prohibited
-Parents are responsible for ensuring children follow all regulations

Stay safe, Olathe!

Visit https://www.olatheks.gov/residents/scooter-and-e-bike-regulations/-fbclid-IwY2xjawSFR_tleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETExZDc4dUc1YmdHajNKVDZ4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpKz01I-G488DrFVlVhgjCQMWo7RWHqn0TsiaeSf5UI7jXUjVucbmLve1cDb_aem_nJoMztCgy-0Gy2dqrz187Q for more information

05/30/2026

TRAFFIC ALERT: Motorists should expect significant delays on both Northbound and Southbound I-35 as the Kansas Highway Patrol conducts a crash investigation. Please plan for extra travel time and consider using an alternative route if possible.

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