Belton Missouri Police Department

06/13/2026

06/13/2026

🎓 Congratulations, Cadet Jaxson Heggem!

Tonight, Cadet Heggem graduated from the Central Missouri Police Academy (CMPA), Class 171!

Cadet Heggem began his career with the Belton Police Department in our Corrections Division before pursuing his goal of becoming a police officer. His hard work and dedication have led him to this exciting milestone, and we are proud to welcome him to our Patrol Division, where he will begin field training with our Field Training Officers.

Please join us in congratulating Officer Heggem and wishing him a safe and successful career serving the Belton community! 💙

06/12/2026

70 & over, don't take Rover!
A Hot Day Can Be Deadly To A Pet Left In A Parked Car!
~ In just 30 minutes, the temperature inside your car can reach 120 degrees or hotter.
~ At 110 degrees, your pet may have just minutes to live! Your pet will suffer heatstroke, leading to collapse, brain damage, and an agonizing death!
If Your Pet Is Overheated, Take Emergency Action!
~ Place a cool or cold, wet towel around your pet's neck or pour cool water over your pet's body, especially the abdomen and between the hind legs.
~ Take your pet to a veterinarian for a thorough examination.
If you see an animal in distress or locked in a parked car, please call Belton Missouri Police Department (816) 331-1500

06/02/2026

Belton families — if you have a new teen driver, this is for you.

Allyn Workman, a First Impact Health Educator, and our very own Officer Myers will be teaching a FREE First Impact class on June 9 from 5:00–6:30 PM at the Belton Curriculum Center at Southwick Stadium. This program helps parents understand Missouri’s Graduated Driver License (GDL) law and gives you practical tools to coach, monitor, and support your teen during their highest‑risk driving years.

You’ll learn what really puts teens at risk, how GDL laws reduce crashes, and what you can do at home to help keep them safe.

Speakers: • Officer Shawn Myers, Belton Police Department • Allyn Workman, First Impact Health Educator

Location: 813 W North Ave, Belton, MO 64012 Registration: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EA5A92CA3FDC16-63790131-keeping (signupgenius.com in Bing)

Parents, teens, grandparents, and guardians are all welcome. Let’s work together to keep our young drivers safe on the road. You Tube Video https://youtu.be/zw8LkcIodEU?si=7VShh8dvEI74u2XW

06/01/2026

🚨Fireworks Reminder for Belton Residents🚨
As we approach Independence Day, please remember that fireworks may only be discharged within the City of Belton from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, June 28 through July 3, and from 10:00 AM until midnight on July 4.

The possession or discharge of bottle rockets, skyrockets, and Roman candles is prohibited within city limits.

Please celebrate responsibly and remember that fireworks can be frightening for some people, veterans, children, and pets. Being mindful of the approved discharge times helps everyone enjoy a safe and enjoyable holiday.

Ordinance Information:
https://library.municode.com/mo/belton/codes/unified_development_code?nodeId=UNDECO_CH16FIPRPR

05/20/2026

The Belton Police Department has recently seen an increase in juveniles operating minibikes, dirt bikes, 4-wheelers, and e-scooters on public roadways throughout the city.

Residents have reported riders operating without lights or helmets, and without regard for traffic laws, often during evening hours and in residential neighborhoods.

We want to remind the community that many of these vehicles are not legal for operation on public streets, state highways, interstate highways, or sidewalks under Belton City Ordinances unless properly licensed and permitted. Operators on public roadways, state highways, and interstate highways must also possess a valid driver’s license.

Operators of bicycles, e-bikes, and scooters are required to obey all traffic laws, including:
• Obeying traffic signals and signs
• Riding single file
• Using proper lighting at night
• Yielding to pedestrians
• Operating safely and responsibly

Parents and guardians are encouraged to discuss these laws and safety expectations with their children. Unsafe operation places riders, motorists, and pedestrians at risk of serious injury.
The Belton Police Department will continue increasing enforcement efforts in areas where complaints have been received. Violations may result in citations, fines, and/or vehicle impoundment.

We appreciate the community’s assistance in helping keep Belton streets safe for everyone.
For more information regarding Belton City Ordinances:
https://library.municode.com/mo/belton/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=14819

05/17/2026

🚨Missouri BLUE ALERT 🚨

05/15/2026

UPDATE- The juvenile has been located and is SAFE. We would like to thank the public and our partner agencies for their assistance.

The Belton Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing developmentally challenged juvenile.

Kamden Britton left his home in the 1100 block of Toulouse today at around 4:45 pm. Kamden is 13 years old, 5’8”, 140 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. Kamden was last seen wearing a gray Mickey Mouse shirt and greenish sweatpants. Kamden may or may not be wearing glasses.

Anyone with information about Kamden’s location should call Belton dispatch at 816-331-1500 immediately.