Batesville - MS Police Department

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For emergencies, please call 911. For non-emergencies please call 662-563-5653.

The sole purpose of our department is to provide a safe community environment not only for the citizens of Batesville,MS, but also for those persons who shop, visit or travel through our City. We, the employees of the Batesville Police Department, pride ourselves on both our reactive capabilities and on our ability to be proactive in service. Members of the Batesville Police Department are sworn t

o uphold the ordinances of the City of Batesville, The laws of the Great State of Mississippi, and the Constitution of the United States of America. This is accomplished by treating each person equally and fairly without bias or favoritism and based on the Golden Rule of treating others as you would want to be treated yourself. The Batesville Police Department is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide assistance, protection, and to preserve the peace and tranquility of our community. Thank you for allowing us to serve you. Sincerely,

Kerry W. Pittman, Chief of Police

George Williford, Deputy Chief of Police

Show off on the square this weekend.
06/05/2026

Show off on the square this weekend.

Thank you to State Representative Josh Hawkins for supporting the Cattleman Association and BPD! We appreciate your supp...
06/05/2026

Thank you to State Representative Josh Hawkins for supporting the Cattleman Association and BPD! We appreciate your support and for feeding our staff today!

Go support South Panola FFA at the Ray Poole State Farm office across from sonic on Hwy 6 in Batesville! This year SP FF...
05/30/2026

Go support South Panola FFA at the Ray Poole State Farm office across from sonic on Hwy 6 in Batesville! This year SP FFA were winners of their state completion and are raising money to travel to their national completion this summer. Special thank to our very own Lt. Williams for stopping by to support them today.

Congratulations to our Officer of the Quarter Matthew Brown!
05/27/2026

Congratulations to our Officer of the Quarter Matthew Brown!

05/27/2026

Attention‼️ City of Batesville officers will be out and about this summer serving warrants. If you are wondering if you have a contempt of court warrant, please contact the Batesville Municipal Court at 662-563-4576. For misdemeanor and felony warrants call Batesville Police Department at 662-563-5653.

We’re hiring dispatchers!
05/12/2026

We’re hiring dispatchers!

05/05/2026

With today’s holiday, Cinco De Mayo, please be advised with the help of Panola County Sheriff's Office- MS we will have extra patrol out. BPD will not tolerate any disorderly conduct of any kind. We hope everyone enjoys Cinco De Mayo and stays safe.

Please note our non emergent phone number is 662-563-5653. For any emergency dial 9-1-1

Movie series on the square!
05/04/2026

Movie series on the square!

🎬 Batesville Main Street presents Summer Sunset Family Movie Series on the Square!!

💫Saturday May 16 @ 8pm (or sunset)
💫Saturday June 20 @ 8pm (or sunset)
💫Saturday July 18 @ 8pm (or sunset)

🍿 Movie titles to be announced as soon as we have permission from licensing!

🍿Bring your chairs or blankets (and bug spray) - enjoy a sweet family movie appropriate for all ages! There will be popcorn, candy, and drinks provided by non-profits (maybe for a nominal amount to help with their fundraising efforts), and Kona Ice will be here serving up great shaved ice treats!

🍿No entry fee - just pure fun! Let's make some movie memories on the square!

04/28/2026

⚠️ Severe Weather Alert ⚠️

Parts of Mississippi are under an Enhanced Risk (Level 3 of 5) for severe storms today (4/28/26). Here’s what to watch for:
🌬️ Damaging winds up to 70 mph
🧊 Hail up to golf ball size
🌪️ Tornadoes possible (a strong tornado can’t be ruled out)

Be prepared:
✔️ Stay weather-aware throughout the day
✔️ Have multiple ways to receive warnings
✔️ Know your safe place in case warnings are issued

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106 College Street
Batesville, MS
38606

Telephone

+16625635653

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