Wellsburg Police Department

03/03/2026

If you are interested in serving your community and building a rewarding career in law enforcement, consider applying with the Wellsburg Police Department. W.P.D. is committed to protecting and serving the residents of Wellsburg with professionalism, integrity, and dedication. Applicants must meet employment requirements, including holding a valid West Virginia driver’s license, being at least 18 years old, possessing a high school diploma or GED, and successfully passing a background check and drug test. Joining the Wellsburg Police Department is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while serving your hometown with pride. Starting wage for uncertified applicants is $22.00, $23.00 upon completion of the police academy, and $24.00 after completing one year of service.

10/31/2025

********UPDATE***********

All suspects involved with this crime have been identified and the stolen dirt bike has been recovered. We would like to thank the public for it's assistance

All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. This page is used as an investigative tool and to identify possible suspects. It also serves to inform the public of suspicious activities of which they should be aware. An appearance on this page does not equal guilt. The subject pictured is wanted for questioning for a Theft incident that occurred at 2401 Charles St in Wellsburg. If you know the identity of this person or information about this vehicle please call the Wellsburg Police Department at (304)737-1121 or message us on this account. Calls and messages may be reported anonymously.

10/31/2025

*******UPDATE***********

All suspects involved with this crime have been identified and the stolen dirt bike has been recovered. We would like to thank the public for it's assistance

All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. This page is used as an investigative tool and to identify possible suspects. It also serves to inform the public of suspicious activities of which they should be aware. An appearance on this page does not equal guilt. Warrants are issued for the subjects pictured Christopher Wheat and Jason Falcone. Wheat and Falcone are wanted for a Theft incident that occurred at 2401 Charles St in Wellsburg. If you know the whereabouts of these suspects please call the Wellsburg Police Department at (304)737-1121 or message us on this account. Calls and messages may be reported anonymously.

05/20/2025

WELLSBURG, WV – Brooke County Prosecuting Attorney Allison Adyniec Cowden announces that on May 12, 2025, William Kirk Swager, age 58, pled guilty to the felony offense of “Entry of a Building Other Than a Dwelling.” The statutory penalty for the offense is confinement in a state correctional facility for not less than one (1) nor more than ten (10) years. The Hon. Jason A. Cuomo suspended the defendant’s sentence for three (3) years of supervised probation, during which time the defendant will be required to complete the Brooke County Adult Drug Court Program. As well, the defendant shall be required to make restitution.

On September 16, 2024, Chief Michael Allman of the Wellsburg Police Department was contacted by Brownlee Lumber and Supply regarding the defendant, Kurt Swager, taking $200 from the change box without permission and not returning it. Allman was advised that on September 10, 2024, the defendant took and $8000.00 check and $2000.00 in cash from a customer as payment for a new kitchen. Swager deposited the check but never deposited the cash. The defendant also took $1500.00 in cash from the same customer for a new countertop while acting on behalf of Brownlee Lumber.

On September 10, 2024, the defendant was confronted by the manager of the store about the missing money. The defendant because very upset, apologized, and began to cry.

On September 16, 2024, it was discovered by Brownlee Lumber that an additional $769.00 had been removed from the store over the weekend after the alarm system was disarmed on Sunday, September 15.

On September 24, 2024, the defendant participated in a Mirandized interview at the Wellsburg Police Department. The Defendant admitted to converting the cash deposits from the customers described earlier to his own use and used his position with Brownlee to effectuate that goal. He also admitted to entering Brownlee Lumber on September 15, 2024, and removing cash from the safe, cash register and night deposits.

05/16/2025

04/12/2024

From Chief of Police Michael Allman

** PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT **

The weather service has predicted the Ohio River to Crest in Wellsburg at 8pm on Saturday April 13th, 2024 at 37.5 feet.

Be sure to keep an eye on the rising water levels and home basements.

03/06/2024

From Chief of Police Michael H. Allman

02/03/2024

All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. This page is used as an investigative tool and to identify possible suspects. It also serves to inform the public of suspicious activities of which they should be aware. An appearance on this page does not equal guilt. The subject pictured is wanted for questioning for a Theft incident that occurred at Krogers in Wellsburg. If you know the identity of this person please call the Wellsburg Police Department at (304)737-1121 or message us on this account. Calls and messages may be reported anonymously.

01/23/2024

From Chief Michael Allman