Ritzville Police Department

04/30/2026

04/12/2026

It's National Public Safety Dispatchers Week! We would like to thank our dispatchers at the Adams County Sheriff's Office for being there 24/7 for us and for our community. They do a fantastic job of taking care of us and our citizens.

03/13/2026

**************************UPDATE *******************************
THESE GUYS HAVE BEEN RETURNED TO THEIR OWNERS!

🐾 FOUND DOGS 🐾

These two dogs were located by our officers. If these are your dogs, please contact us so we can help reunite them with their owner.

📞 Please reach out to our department as soon as possible if they belong to you or if you know who they might belong to.

Thank you for helping us spread the word so we can get them home safely! 🐶

03/09/2026

🚨 Community Alert – Vehicle Prowling 🚨

We have seen discussions on other community forums regarding vehicle prowling incidents that may have occurred last night in the area. At this time, we believe there may be additional incidents that have not yet been reported.

If you discovered items missing from your vehicle or noticed that someone may have gone through it overnight, please report it to the Ritzville Police Department. Even if nothing was taken, reporting suspicious activity helps us identify patterns, locations, and potential suspects.

🔎 If you have security cameras and captured suspicious activity, please let us know. Video can be extremely helpful in investigations.

Tips to Help Prevent Vehicle Prowling:

• Always lock your vehicle, even if it’s parked at home
• Remove valuables such as wallets, purses, electronics, and fi****ms
• Do not leave spare keys or garage door openers in your vehicle
• Park in well-lit areas whenever possible
• Report suspicious activity immediately

📷 Camera Registry Reminder
Our department recently launched a Camera Registry Program to help us quickly locate security cameras that may have captured evidence when crimes occur. If you have a security camera facing public areas such as streets or alleys, we encourage you to register it. Participation is voluntary and helps officers solve crimes more quickly.

➡️ Register your cameras or learn more here:
https://polaris.cameraregistry.net/registry/ritzvillewapolice

📱 Or scan the QR code posted on our page

Working together as a community helps us keep Ritzville safe. Thank you for staying vigilant and helping look out for your neighbors.

02/26/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING – PATROL SERGEANT 🚨

The Ritzville Police Department is seeking an experienced and motivated leader to join our team as a Patrol Sergeant.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated law enforcement professional ready to take the next step in leadership while serving a supportive and community-focused agency.

💰 Salary Range: $85,550 – $104,083

Benefits Include:
✔ Sick, annual, and holiday leave
✔ Holiday pay and on-call compensation
✔ Take-home vehicle (within 30 miles of Ritzville)
✔ LEOFF II Retirement Plan
✔ Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Minimum Qualifications:
▪ 5 years commissioned experience with supervisory/training experience + 90 college credits or AA + CJTC trainer certification
— OR —
▪ 10 years commissioned experience with supervisory/training experience + high school diploma + 2 CJTC trainer certifications

If you’re ready to lead, mentor, and serve our community with integrity and professionalism, we want to hear from you.

📌 To apply or for more information:
Visit: https://www.cityofritzville.com

OR Email: [email protected]

Please share this post to help us find the right leader for our team.

02/13/2026

📢 Introducing Our New Security Camera Registry Program! 📷

The Ritzville Police Department is proud to announce the launch of our new Community Camera Registry Program — another step forward in our coordinated effort to modernize our agency and embrace innovative tools that enhance public safety.

As part of our ongoing commitment to proactive policing and leveraging technology responsibly, this program allows residents and businesses to voluntarily register the location of their security cameras with us. By building stronger partnerships and improving our response capabilities, we can work smarter and more efficiently when incidents occur.

In the event of a crime or critical incident, knowing where cameras are located can help us quickly identify potential video evidence — saving valuable time and increasing the likelihood of successful investigations.

🔹 This is NOT live access to your cameras.
🔹 We cannot view your system remotely.
🔹 Registration simply lets us know a camera may be in the area.

If an incident occurs nearby, an officer may contact you to ask if you are willing to review or share footage.

This program reflects our commitment to innovation, transparency, and collaboration with the community we proudly serve. Together, we can continue building a safer Ritzville.

To participate, please visit: https://polaris.cameraregistry.net/registry/ritzvillewapolice
OR scan the QR code below.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. 👮‍♂️🤝

02/08/2026

🏈 Who do YOU think will win Super Bowl LX?
❤️ Seahawks or 😡 Patriots — cast your emoji vote below! 👇

🎉 Whether you’re watching with friends or hosting a party, make sure it’s a fun and safe celebration.

🔑 Before you celebrate — choose your designated driver now! Plan a sober ride home or pick someone who’ll stay sober and get everyone back safely after the game. Fans don’t let fans drive drunk!

02/04/2026

Today, members of our agency traveled to Ephrata to participate in a hands-on training focused on control tactics and use-of-force decision-making. These are critical skills that we continuously work to refine so we can provide the safest possible outcomes for everyone involved—officers and community members alike.

The training incorporated the use of training Taser probes and Simuntion guns. Simuntion guns are a real firearm that's been converted to be safely used as a training tool, while maintaining all the same characteristics as a real handgun. They are usually used to fire a non-lethal marking projectiles. This allows officers to practice decision-making and tactics in a controlled but high-stress environment. Using these tools helps make this training as realistic as possible and better prepares officers for real-world encounters.

We would like to sincerely thank the Ephrata Police Department for hosting and allowing us to participate in this valuable training day. Opportunities like this strengthen interagency partnerships and help us all better serve our communities.

01/09/2026

****UPDATE**** Safely returned. Thanks!

Mom??? Dad??? I would really like to go home now.

If you know where this awesome dog belongs please have their parents call us.

01/05/2026

Please call if you know where she may be currently.

MORE HELP NEEDED!

On November 18, 2025, the Adams County Sheriff’s Office conducted a death investigation with assistance from the Ritzville Police Department at the 1600 block of Smitty’s Blvd in the city of Ritzville.

An autopsy later showed the decedent to have died from an overdose.

Through investigation, Adams County Sheriff’s detectives established probable cause for the arrest of Brittney Marie Jones, DOB: 12/23/1990, for controlled substance homicide. Detectives are actively seeking information on Brittney’s whereabouts.

If you have information regarding the whereabouts of Brittney Marie Jones, please contact the Adams County Sheriff’s Office at (509) 659-1122. You may remain anonymous.

The Adams County Sheriff’s office extends their condolences to the family of the decedent.