Wellton Police Department

06/12/2026

06/10/2026

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Traveling to Mexico? Know the Law Before You Cross the Border

If you are planning to travel into Mexico, it is your responsibility to understand and follow Mexican fi****ms laws.

Do not bring fi****ms, ammunition, magazines, or firearm accessories into Mexico. Items that may be commonly possessed legally in the United States can result in serious criminal charges in Mexico.

Travelers have been arrested for possessing:

Fi****ms
Ammunition of any quantity
Loaded or empty magazines
Firearm parts and accessories
Other weapons-related items
Claiming that you forgot the items were in your vehicle, luggage, backpack, or personal belongings is not a defense.

Violations can lead to:

Immediate detention
Arrest and criminal prosecution
Seizure of fi****ms and property
Significant fines
Imprisonment in Mexico
Before crossing the border, thoroughly inspect your vehicle, luggage, bags, and personal items to ensure no fi****ms, ammunition, magazines, or firearm-related accessories are present.

The safest approach is simple: If you are traveling to Mexico, leave all fi****ms, ammunition, magazines, and firearm accessories at home



Think Before You Cross. Check Your Vehicle. Know the Law. Avoid Arrest

05/14/2026

We would like to extend a huge thank you to the Regional Center for Border Health for their generous donation to help purchase a new ID card maker for Wellton Public Safety and Wellton Elementary School.

This equipment will allow the school to issue official staff identification cards in-house, helping increase campus safety, accountability, and professionalism. Wellton Police and Fire personnel will also be able to produce department IDs internally rather than contracting the service out.

Partnerships like this make a direct impact on our community, and we truly appreciate the continued support of public safety and education in Wellton. Thank you for investing in our community!

RCBH President & CEO Ms. Amanda Aguirre recently presented Wellton Police Department Chief David Rodriguez with a check to purchase a new ID Maker that will benefit the Wellton Police Department, Wellton Elementary School, and the Wellton Fire Department.

At RCBH, we’re proud to support the people who keep our community safe, educated, and connected. 💙

Supporting law enforcement, public safety, and our educators means investing directly in the future of Wellton — and we’re honored to be part of it!

04/22/2026

Happy Administrative Professional’s Day!

Today we recognize and thank our Administrative Professional for her dedication, professionalism and tireless support of our command staff and officers. She is a vital part of our department’s success and we truly appreciate all that she does every day.
On behalf of the entire Wellton Police Department, we thank you for being an essential member of our team.

04/20/2026

Hello Town of Wellton,

If this is your furry friend, please contact the Police Department at 928-785–4887 or dispatch at 928-785-4700. Found on Mohawk st in Coyote Wash. After 5 days this canine will be transported to the Humane Society of Yuma. After that period of time, the dog will become available for adoption at Humane Society.

Thank you!

04/13/2026

Please join the Wellton Police Department in welcoming our newest officer, Officer Jonathan Whitley, to the team.

Officer Whitley is a recent graduate of the Arizona Western College Law Enforcement Training Academy and has officially begun his career in law enforcement with our department.

He is currently starting the first phase of our Field Training Program, where he will complete multiple phases of hands-on training and evaluation before reaching solo patrol status.

We are excited to have Officer Whitley join the Wellton Police Department and look forward to watching him grow in his career while serving the Wellton community.

Welcome to the team, Officer Whitley!

04/03/2026

Hello Town of Wellton,

Found trespassing on a property on San Jose avenue. If you recognize this hardened criminal, please contact the Police Department at 928-785–4887 or dispatch at 928-785-4700. He was gone in a flash when police arrived but he was no match for our Elite turtle tracking unit.

Thank you!

03/24/2026

The Wellton Police Department is providing this update following our initial release regarding the officer‑involved shooting that occurred on January 16, 2026.

03/20/2026

The Wellton Police Department is deeply saddened by the passing of our Reserve Officer, Richard Jessup, who courageously battled cancer.

Richard was a retired Chief of Police and a highly respected member of our department and the broader law enforcement community. His dedication to service, leadership, and commitment to others left a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege to work alongside him.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all those affected by this loss. He will be greatly missed, and his legacy of service will not be forgotten.

Rest easy, Chief Jessup.

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03/19/2026

Hello Town of Wellton,

If this is your pig friend, please contact the Police Department at 928-785–4887 or dispatch at 928-785-4700. Found on Dome street around 10:30pm last night.

Thank you!