Richland Police Department

07/31/2026

Today, members of the Richland Police Department had the privilege of participating in the Richland Ministerial Alliance’s annual Back-to-School Fair. Together with so many incredible community partners, we helped provide local students with school supplies, hygiene items, and resources to help them start the new school year with confidence.

A huge thank you to the Richland Ministerial Alliance, the volunteers, sponsors, and everyone who made today’s event possible. We are grateful to have been a small part of something that will make a big difference for so many local families.

Policing is about so much more than responding to calls. It’s about showing up for our community wherever we’re needed. We hope all of our students have a safe, successful, and exciting school year!

07/27/2026

On July 27, 2026, officers with the Richland Police Department arrested Jennifer Stringer on an outstanding felony warrant issued by Greene County, Missouri.

Stringer was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Pulaski County Jail, where she is being held pending transfer to the issuing jurisdiction.

As always, all subjects are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

07/17/2026

UPDATE: I-44 west of Waynesville will NOT narrow to one lane overnight July 17 and 18 as anticipated. Instead, the contractor plans to finish removing the deck (driving surface) of the Route 7 overpass overnight Monday, July 20.

Learn more: https://www.modot.org/node/93148

07/17/2026

Community engagement is an important part of what we do…but it is only one part.

Behind the scenes, Richland Police Department officers continue working to locate individuals with active warrants and ensure those warrants are served.

Recent warrant arrests include:

• Jessica Osborne - Failure to Appear warrant out of Camden County
• Mason Carrol - Felony warrant out of Richland
• Charles West - One felony warrant and one misdemeanor warrant out of Camden County
• George Nelson - Several felony warrants out of AR (resulting in a pursuit)

These arrests are the result of continued follow-up, information sharing, and officers staying alert while serving our community.

Please note, all individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

07/16/2026

⚠️ An around-the-clock lane closure along eastbound I-44 near Waynesville/St. Robert is expected to begin at approximately 9 p.m. on Sunday, July 19, 2026, and continue through early to mid-August.
More info may be found at: https://www.modot.org/node/93031

07/15/2026

A few scenes from Red, White & Richland! We always enjoy being part of events that bring Richland together.

Unfortunately, we also had several vehicles ignore officers who were actively directing traffic after the event. Those decisions created unnecessary & dangerous situations for our officers & others sharing the roadway. A few seconds of patience can prevent someone from being seriously injured.

Please help us keep community events safe for everyone…including the officers working to get you home safely.

07/15/2026

RPD stopped by Waynesville Central Dispatch with a goodie basket as a small token of our appreciation.

Waynesville Central Dispatch handles all of our dispatching and are the voices behind the radio keeping track of our officers, sending help when it’s needed, and always watching our backs.

We are incredibly grateful for the work they do every day to help keep our officers and our community safe. Thank you, Waynesville Central Dispatch, for your dedication.

Thank you Richland Police Department for the snacks!! We appreciate it!

07/09/2026

We love that our community looks out for one another. If you witness something that needs police attention, whether it’s a careless and imprudent driver, a domestic disturbance, suspicious activity, or another public safety concern…the quickest way to get an officer dispatched is to call.

Please do not:
❌ Post it in a Facebook group.
❌ Send us a Facebook message.
❌ Text an officer or a city employee.

We do not actively monitor social media or personal messages for calls for service. If you’re relying on any of the methods listed above to notify us, there’s a good chance we won’t see it until it’s too late to respond effectively.

Instead:
✅ If it’s an emergency or a crime in progress, call 911.
✅ For non-emergency incidents, call RPD & speak with Dispatch at (573) 765-4144.

Calling dispatch ensures your concern is documented, officers are notified immediately, and the appropriate response is sent without delay.

Want a follow up call?
If you’re reporting an incident and you would like to know the final disposition of our response, let the dispatcher know you’re requesting follow-up. Many calls are handled as quickly as possible, and once officers have addressed the situation, they often move on to the next call for service pending. If you don’t tell dispatch you’d like a follow-up, officers may not realize you’re waiting for an update.

🟢 Facebook is for community updates.
🟢 Dispatch is for police response.

Thank you for helping us help you.

07/08/2026

Thanks to the incredible generosity of a thoughtful Richland citizen, our department was able to purchase new protective body armor for all five of our full-time officers.

Protective body armor is one of the most important pieces of equipment an officer wears. While we hope they never have to serve their intended purpose, they provide an added layer of protection that helps our officers return home safely after every shift.

We are incredibly grateful for community members who choose to invest in the safety of those who serve. Your generosity has a direct impact on our officers, their families, and our community.

Pictured are four of our officers proudly displaying their new vests.

Not pictured: Officer Humphrey, who was sound asleep preparing for another night shift. We’ll let him rest this time.

From all of us at the Richland Police Department, thank you for your continued support. We are proud to serve a community that continues to stand behind its officers.

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day, Richland! 🇺🇸

Today is about family, freedom, friends, and community.

It’s also about:
✔️ Not texting while driving.
✔️ Letting the designated driver earn their title.
✔️ Keeping fireworks pointed away from houses…& Uncle Larry.
✔️ Keeping ownership of all 10 fingers by the nights end.
✔️ Remembering that every loud bang isn’t a 911 call.

We’ll be out making sure everyone gets to enjoy the holiday safely.

From all of us at the Richland Police Department - have a safe, fun, & unforgettable Fourth of July!

And, if you happen to see one of our officers today, don’t be afraid to wave…we’re allowed to smile. 🥸