West Alexandria Police Department

08/15/2026

FREE KONA ICE. FREE BACKPACKS. FREE FAMILY FUN. AND THE HAMBURGER WAGON IS COMING TO WEST ALEXANDRIA!

The West Alexandria Police Department is excited to announce our 1st Annual Back to School Bash! Join us for an evening of fun, food, and community connection before the school year begins.

Enjoy FREE Kona Ice, FREE backpack giveaways (while supplies last), live music, a video game trailer, bounce houses, and more!

Come meet your local first responders and experience hands-on demonstrations from area public safety partners, including K9 demonstrations by Lewisburg Police Department and the Preble County Sheriff’s Office, a CareFlight helicopter landing and demonstration (weather permitting), Ohio State Highway Patrol, Darke County SWAT Team, West Alexandria Fire & EMS, and much more!

The Hamburger Wagon will also be on site for anyone interested in purchasing food — and we know we are interested!

FREE admission! You don’t have to be a TVS family to attend — everyone is welcome!

📅 August 17, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Twin Valley South Community School

We can’t wait to bring the community together and start a new West Alexandria tradition! A special thanks to our event sponsors... Kona Ice of Central Dayton - Frostbite Ice Cream & Diner - Behind Bars Biker Collective - Logan’s Auto & Towing - W&W + Tipsy Cowboy

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July, West Alexandria! 🚔

As our nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, the West Alexandria Police Department would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Independence Day weekend.

We are also proud to introduce our department’s new look, including our newly designed department patch and updated police cruiser design. This new look is part of our recent vehicle upgrade project, which allows the department to replace older, high-mileage, and outdated fleet-related equipment while transitioning to a more modern, professional, and consistent fleet.

You may still see our previous vehicle designs during a short transition period, but this new design will become the standard moving forward.

These patrol vehicles will also include updated patrol rifles, weapons security, radar equipment, MDT computers, and improved cargo-area storage to help our officers better serve the community and respond appropriately during emergencies. These improvements will help increase professionalism, support recruitment and retention, and provide our officers with the equipment needed to serve West Alexandria safely and effectively.

We would like to thank Village Council for approving these needed purchases. While this was a significant investment, the financial impact was greatly reduced through careful purchasing, price negotiations, sourcing lightly used items, locating lower-cost out-of-state vendors, and utilizing grants, donations, and money saved over the last few years.

We also want to thank the members of our community, whose tax dollars ultimately made this investment possible.

A special thank you goes out to Yipes Graphics for helping bring the Chief’s ideas to life and getting this project completed in time for today’s festivities.

Come see the new look in person today at TVS from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. We will be hanging out with the West Alexandria Celebration Committee at the Car Show!

Have a safe and happy 4th of July, West Alexandria!

06/01/2026

WOW — 57 MPH in a 35 MPH zone, near a crosswalk area. Thankfully, no children were crossing at the time.

Please remember, West Alexandria is a pedestrian and golf cart friendly community. With summer here, kids are out walking, riding bikes, playing, and crossing our streets. PLEASE slow down and stay alert.

Just this evening, a young man was cited for speeding on West Dayton Street near Voge Street. Thankfully, tonight did not have a tragic outcome, but next time could be different. It only takes a split second to change a life.

Our officers will continue enforcing violations such as speeding, distracted driving, and aggressive driving to help keep everyone safe.

05/25/2026

Today we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our great nation. WE WILL NEVER FORGET! Happy Memorial Day!

05/16/2026

This week, Chief Yount joined Lydia Bice on Good Day Dayton for the “Keeping Your Family Safe” segment to discuss distracted driving, especially as warmer weather brings more children and families outside.

Drivers, please put the phone down, keep your eyes on the road, slow down in residential areas, and stay alert. A moment of distraction can change a life forever.

We also encourage parents to talk with their children about bicycle and scooter safety, especially when operating e-bikes or e-scooters. Riders should assume drivers do not see them, slow down, follow traffic laws, and stay alert near vehicles, driveways, intersections, and crosswalks. Most importantly, helmets should be non-negotiable.

This was also a meaningful opportunity to recognize National Police Week, thank officers across the country for their service, honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and recognize the families who quietly support their loved ones in law enforcement.

WEST ALEXANDRIA, Ohio (WKEF) -- Distracted driving remains a serious safety concern, especially as warmer weather brings more children and families outside near

05/11/2026

NATIONAL POLICE WEEK 2026

This week, the West Alexandria Police Department joins communities across the country in recognizing National Police Week.

This is a time to honor the courage, service, and sacrifice of law enforcement officers throughout our nation. It is also a time to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty and to support the families, friends, and departments who continue to carry their memory.

We are grateful for all law enforcement officers, past and present, who have dedicated themselves to protecting and serving others. The badge represents more than a profession, it represents commitment, responsibility, and the willingness to answer the call when others need help.

To the officers who serve, thank you for your dedication. To the families who stand behind them, thank you for your strength and support. To our community, thank you for continuing to support the West Alexandria Police Department.

05/09/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from the West Alexandria Police Department!

This weekend, we honor all mothers, grandmothers, and caregivers here in West Alexandria, across our neighboring communities, and throughout this great nation. Your love, strength, and support are felt every day.

We would like to especially thank the mothers who serve our Village and help make our community a better place. Your care, guidance, and dedication help shape strong families and strong communities.

From all of us at the West Alexandria Police Department, we hope you enjoy your special day. Please be safe, and know that you are appreciated!

05/08/2026

WAPD Spotlight: Officer Training

The West Alexandria Police Department continues to place a strong emphasis on improving both the quality and quantity of training for our officers. That commitment includes strengthening internal training while also increasing opportunities for officers to attend advanced outside instruction.

Last year, WAPD officers received training in advanced first aid techniques. Throughout this year, officers will continue building on those skills through scenario-based training focused on sound decision-making under pressure.

This past week, Officer Bernhardt attended training focused on Critical Injury First Aid and Injured Officer Response, including response to high-risk and active-threat situations. This advanced training gives him additional knowledge and skills he can bring back and share with the rest of our team.

Ultimately, training like this helps our officers stay prepared, work together, and make sound decisions during rapidly changing events where seconds matter.

We are proud of Officer Bernhardt’s commitment to professional development and our department’s continued focus on readiness, service, and protecting the West Alexandria community.

05/06/2026

This May, WAPD joins communities across the country in recognizing Military Appreciation Month.

We are grateful for the service, sacrifice, and dedication of our nation’s military members, veterans, and their families. We are also proud to recognize the members of our own department who have served, and continue to serve, our country.

Thank you for your commitment to something greater than self.

05/04/2026

Why were police officers created, you ask?

So firefighters could have heroes, too.

In all seriousness, Happy International Firefighters’ Day to the West Alexandria Fire Department and firefighters everywhere.

Thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and service!