Wasilla Police Department

08/24/2026

Mark your calendars for Mat-Su Explorers Post 400 Open House!

08/18/2026

What Are Those Intersection Cameras?

Recently in Palmer, Wasilla, and Anchorage we’ve been using MioVision cameras to count pedestrians between intersections. This information will help determine the most appropriate pedestrian crossing treatment(s) between the bus stop and shopping center as part of an upcoming Highway Safety Improvement Project.
 
📊 Miovision cameras collect anonymous traffic data to help us understand how people travel along our roads. They are usually set up for 3-7 days and then removed or transferred to a new traffic study location in the state. 
 
🚫 They do NOT read or record license plates.
 
🚗 The cameras count vehicles and classify them by type, from motorcycles and passenger cars to buses and tractor-trailers. They can also collect pedestrian counts and turning movement data.
 
📍 Miovision cameras are moved to different locations throughout the year to collect the anonymous traffic data needed to help inform transportation safety and improvement decisions.
 

07/28/2026

Update: James Simpson was found and arrested by US Marshals and APD Officers on August 11, 2026. Thank you to anyone who assisted in finding him.

Original:The Alaska State Troopers and U.S. Marshals are seeking the public's help in locating James Milton Simpson. Simpson is wanted for Murder in the First and Second Degrees. The U.S. Marshals are offering up to a $6,500 reward for information leading to his arrest and conviction. Anyone with information regarding Simpson's whereabouts is asked to contact the Marshals at 1-877-WANTED2(926-8332) or online at usmarshals.gov/tips.

07/24/2026

07/06/2026

🚓Now Hiring Patrol Officers🚓

Join the Wasilla Police Department and become a vital part of your community. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career where you can directly impact the lives of your neighbors, apply today!
https://joinwasillapolice.org/

07/04/2026

⚠️⛔4th of July Parade- Roads Closing at 9AM⛔⚠️

Roads along the parade route will begin closing at 9AM with all roads closed at 9:30AM. Be sure to get there early to find your favorite viewing spot!

For more information go to: https://www.cityofwasilla.gov/654/4th-Of-July-Parade

07/03/2026

🚧4th of July Parade- Road Closures🚧

All roads along the parade route begin closing at 9AM with everything shut down by 9:30AM. Please use detours and arrive early if you plan on checking out this year's floats!

For more information go to: https://www.cityofwasilla.gov/654/4th-Of-July-Parade

07/03/2026

⚠️Update 7PM: Parks Hwy and Knik open. ⚠️

‼️Major Collision- Parks Hwy and Knik St‼️

Please avoid the area of Parks Hwy and Knik St due to a collision. Use an alternate route and yield to all responding emergency vehicles.

We will update this post with road closure information as it becomes available.

07/02/2026

🦅⚠️4th Of July Parade- Road Closures⚠️🦅

Tis the season! Road closures will begin at 9AM and all roads closed by 9:30AM. Be sure to get to your viewing spot early!

For more information go to: https://www.cityofwasilla.gov/654/4th-Of-July-Parade