Bethalto Police Department

02/02/2026

The Bethalto Police Department would like to thank B-Town Restaurant for the generous donation from their fundraiser. We are fortunate to serve a community that supports their Police Department.

01/28/2026

***Subject has been identified. Thank you all for your help.***

The Bethalto Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying this subject. If you know this individual or you are this individual, please contact the Bethalto Police Department. Thank you.

12/30/2025

The Bethalto Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying the pictured subject. Or if you know someone who wears the same kind of jacket/hooded sweatshirt. We would also ask the residents around the Metro Apartments to check their surveillance cameras from a few nights ago to see if this individual was on or near your property. If you have any information please call us and speak with an officer.

12/26/2025

The Bethalto Police Department sends our condolences to the family of Jack Stalcup and our Brothers and Sisters at the East Alton Police Department, the South Roxana Police Department, and the Hartford Police Department.

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of one of our own; Officer Jack Stalcup. Officer Stalcup worked in law enforcement for over four decades at the South Roxana Police Department, Hartford Police Department and coming to East Alton in 2018. Officer Stalcup worked part time for the East Alton Police Department in many capacities with some being patrol, investigations, and our lead evidence Officer. Officer Stalcup not only served at the police department but he was a dedicated public servant and worked at our Park and Recreation Department coordinating youth sports and volunteering at numerous Village sponsored events. His sudden passing will be felt deeply by all who knew him.

12/25/2025

The Bethalto Police Department would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Christmas Day!

12/11/2025

12/11/2025 Update – Damage to Property at City Park/Christmas Village

The individuals responsible for the damage have come forward and have been identified as juveniles. In accordance with state law, information related to juveniles is protected and will not be released. The department will move forward with the appropriate steps to address these acts of juvenile delinquency.

Thank you,
Chief Lamb

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12/10/2025

This is a message to the three females who broke in to the Christmas donation boxes in the park on December 8th at 5:19PM. You were on video, and it would be better for you to come to us than the other way around.

Chief Lamb

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12/09/2025

Today, two Royal Canadian Air Force CF-188 Hornets, stopped to refuel at the St. Louis Regional Airport. Members of the Bethalto Police Department and Bethalto Fire Department were able to grab a quick picture with the pilots before they continued home.

12/02/2025

No need for alarm, we are conducting testing on the radio and siren system today.

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11/14/2025

A little late on this, but one of our Officers took this cool picture the other night.

11/12/2025

Please join us in welcoming Officer Elijah Dannenbrink to the Bethalto Police Department! Officer Dannenbrink brings with him two and a half years of experience with the Gillespie Police Department. We’re thrilled to have him join our team and look forward to the great work he’ll do in our community. Welcome aboard, Officer Dannenbrink!

11/07/2025

Recently the Police Department has taken multiple calls of Coyote sightings, especially on the northeast side of town. Please know, these animals are considered wild and are more prevalent than most would think. Our Animal Control Officer does not set traps for Coyotes. Trapping a Coyote is regulated through Illinois Department of Natural Resources which requires a permit. For more information see the attached link. https://wildlifeillinois.org/identify-wildlife/coyote/

Thanks,
Chief Lamb