University City Police Department

06/03/2026

University City Police Department invites the community to join us for Coffee with a Cop at Starbucks inside Target.

Stop by Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at 8645 Olive Blvd., University City, MO 63132.

This is an opportunity for residents, business owners, and community members to meet UCPD officers, ask questions, share concerns, and have real conversation in a relaxed setting.

No agenda. No speeches. Just coffee, conversation, and community.

Thank you to Target and Starbucks for partnering with UCPD and helping create another opportunity for positive connection in our community.

For more information, contact the University City Police Department at 314-505-8661 or visit ucitymo.org.

05/29/2026

Your University City Police Department invites you to take part in our Citizens' Police Academy.

This program gives you a closer look at police work, department operations, and the decisions officers face while serving our community.

You will discuss:

• Patrol and investigations
• Community policing
• Personal safety
• Use of force policy
• Citizenship rights
• Police communications
• Officer wellness

The academy begins July 21, 2026, and runs through August 11, 2026. The application deadline is July 1st.

Location: University City Police Department, 6801 Delmar Blvd

Who should apply:

• University City residents
• Age 18 or older
• Able to pass a background check
• Interested in learning, asking questions, and building trust

To apply, scan the QR code on the flyer or contact Captain Fredrick Lemons at [email protected] or (314) 505-8661.

We want you in the room. Your questions matter, and your voice helps strengthen public safety in University City.

05/28/2026

🚗 ATTENTION TEEN DRIVERS & PARENTS 🚗

Registration opens TODAY for the FREE B.R.A.K.E.S. Teen Pro-Active Driver Training program happening nearby in Bridgeton this summer — and spots fill up FAST!

📍 Bridgeton, MO
📅 June 27-28, 2026
📍 13813 St. Charles Rock Rd.
Bridgeton, MO 63044

The B.R.A.K.E.S. program is designed for teens ages 15-19 who have a learner’s permit or driver’s license with at least 30 hours of driving experience. Teens receive both classroom and hands-on instruction focused on defensive driving skills and crash avoidance techniques in a controlled environment.

✔️ Professional instructors
✔️ Low 3:1 student-to-instructor ratio
✔️ Hands-on driving courses
✔️ Free program for families
✔️ $99 refundable deposit required to reserve your spot

This is an excellent opportunity for families in the University City area to help young drivers gain confidence and learn life-saving driving skills.

For more information go to https://www.putonthebrakes.org/

05/26/2026

🚔 Applications are now open for our upcoming Citizens Police Academy!

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at your police department? This is your chance to learn about the inner workings of our agency, meet officers and staff, and gain insight into patrol operations, investigations, traffic enforcement, and more.

✔ Open to citizens ages 18 and older
📅 Classes from July 2nd - August 11th
⏰ Held Tuesday evenings

Join us for this exciting and informative experience and connect with the department serving your community. Apply today by scanning the qr code or got to https://www.ucitymo.org/811/Citizens-Police-Academy — spots may be limited!

05/22/2026

🚨 Vehicle Theft Alert🚨

Criminals are using new technology to steal vehicles without ever touching your keys. Through “key fob cloning” or relay attacks, thieves can capture and amplify the signal from your key fob—even while it’s inside your home—and use it to unlock and start your vehicle in seconds.

Protect yourself by:
🔒 Locking your vehicle every time
📡 Storing key fobs away from doors/windows
🛡️ Using Faraday pouches or signal-blocking containers
🚗 Considering steering wheel locks or GPS tracking devices

These thefts are quick, quiet, and becoming more common nationwide. Stay alert and report suspicious activity immediately.

A few simple precautions today can help prevent becoming a victim tomorrow. If you have concerns or see suspicious activity in your area please contact our non-emergency number at 314-725-2211.

05/18/2026

For Release: May 18, 2026
For More Information Contact: Larry Becton, 314-725-2211
Brake for Seat Belts
University City Police Department to Participate in Click It or Ticket Enforcement
(University City, MO) – University City Police Department will be joining with statewide law enforcement May 18 – May 31, 2026, for a statewide “Click It or Ticket” mobilization to step up enforcement on Missouri’s seat belt law.
More than 5 out of 10 people killed in 2025 Missouri traffic crashes were unbuckled. Even with all the advancements in automobile safety, a seat belt remains a person’s single greatest defense in the event of a crash.
Missouri’s seat belt use has shown improvement in the last five years, but the state remains just below the national average in usage. Missouri has an 88.5 percent seat belt use while the national average is 91.2 (2024) percent. Teens and pick-up truck drivers are among those least likely to buckle up at 74.0 percent and 75.3 percent, respectively.
“Nearly every day someone dies in a Missouri traffic crash because they weren’t buckled up,” said Lieutenant Larry Becton. “We will be pulling out all the stops to help ensure motorists are making the smart decision to buckle up.”
Buckle Up and Arrive Alive. For information on Missouri seatbelt usage, visit www.saveMOlives.com.

05/16/2026

Do you know how your University City Police Department works behind the scenes?

Join our Citizens Police Academy and get a direct look at the people, training, decisions, and daily work behind public safety in University City.

You will learn about:

• Patrol operations
• Criminal investigations
• Community policing
• Use of force and policy
• Personal safety
• Citizenship rights
• Officer wellness
• Police communications

The academy starts July 21, 2026, and runs through August 11, 2026. Application Deadline is July 1st.

Sessions take place at the University City Police Department, 6801 Delmar Blvd.

This program remains open to University City residents who are 18 years of age or older and pass a background check.

Seats fill up fast. Scan the QR code on the flyer or contact Deputy Chief Fredrick Lemons at [email protected] or (314) 505-8661 to apply.

Come ask questions. Meet your officers. Learn how your police department serves you.

04/28/2026

Members of the University City Police Department attended the 2026 SLAPCA Annual Memorial Prayer Breakfast.

We joined law enforcement partners across the St. Louis region to honor fallen officers and support the families who carry their legacy forward.

We commemorate our own alongside the families of

Sgt. Mike King
End of Watch: August 31, 2008

Patrolman Franklin Graham
End of Watch: February 22, 1976

Their service remains part of our department’s history. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

04/25/2026

Please join us in congratulating Sergeant Jasmine Higdon-Roach and Sergeant David Colp on their recent promotions.

Your leadership, service, and commitment to the University City community earned this achievement. We look forward to seeing you lead, mentor, and continue building trust with our residents and officers.

We also welcome our newest Police Officer, Amanda Watts.

Officer Watts, you begin an important chapter of service. Your work will matter every day to the people we serve.

Congratulations to Sergeant Higdon-Roach, Sergeant Colp, and Officer Watts.

02/14/2026