De Soto Police Department

08/19/2026

Earlier today, crews responded to a huge structure fire at Hawkeye Auto Salvage on the edge of De Soto. 🔥

Our very own Assistant Fire Chief Murray and Firefighter Kilker were the first firefighters on scene. We want to give a huge shoutout and special appreciation to both of them for their quick response and bravery under very tough conditions to help mitigate the spread. 👨‍🚒

Fighting a fire of this size takes a massive team effort, and we want to also extend our sincere gratitude to all the neighboring fire departments, mutual aid partners, and emergency personnel who rushed in to back up our city. 🚒🚑🚓💨

Incidents like this remind us how lucky we are to have such dedicated first responders—and such incredible resident volunteers. We are strong because of our community and the surrounding agencies who always have our back.

Thank you ALL for your hard work and dedication to keeping our community safe today. Please keep one of our great local businesses, Hawkeye Auto Salvage in your thoughts and prayers.

Van Meter Fire Department Adel Volunteer Fire Association Waukee Fire Department Earlham Fire & Rescue Dexter Fire & Rescue Redfield Fire Department Winterset Fire Department Dallas County Emergency Management Agency Dallas County EMS Dallas County Sheriff's Office Iowa

07/04/2026

Rockin’ the red white and blue always. 🇺🇸 Heads up: “Professional” fireworks shows = people who didn’t buy theirs from a tent next to the grocery store. We’re big fans of patriotism. We’re not big fans of explaining to the medics why you’re now a “lefty.” 👍🏻 Happy 2-5-0, America! Let’s celebrate in a way that ensures you’re still counting to ten tomorrow. 🎆

06/26/2026

🧨REMINDER🧨
It's almost the 4th of July! 🇺🇸 With the fireworks tents up and running, we wanted to remind everyone of our city’s rules about consumer fireworks.

Using fireworks outside the below permitted times or in prohibited areas could result in fines and other penalties. Any fireworks set off on July 3rd-4th on private property must have permission from the property owner.

Thank you for your cooperation toward celebrating responsibly, being considerate of your neighbors and pets, and helping keep De Soto safe! 🎇

06/26/2026

Perks of evening patrol: De Soto sunsets that look like this. 🤩🌅

06/19/2026

We’re proud to announce that Sergeant Wagenknecht has officially become a certified Fi****ms Instructor following his recent training at Iowa Law Enforcement Academy! We appreciate his hard work & dedication to help further strengthen our department’s capabilities. Great job, Alex! 👏🏻🌟

06/09/2026

We had a blast at the De Soto Public Library's Summer Reading Kickoff Touch a Truck event! The De Soto Fire Department really saved the day by bringing out the hose to keep everyone cool, (we're still drying off from that. 😅) & the snow cone treats tasted great during the high temps as well. 🍧 Always great to see the community & local businesses come together for such a fun evening! 🚓🚒📚

06/02/2026

Please be aware of an increase of children on city streets, sidewalks, and in neighborhoods as summer begins. Motorists also need to be aware of the increase of children on electric scooters, electric bikes, and other electronic toy devices that transport children.

With school out for the summer and the neighborhoods busier all hours of the day, please keep these safety tips in mind while riding/operating.

Please click on the pictures below for additional information.

05/26/2026

🚧‼️ HEADS UP, F90 COMMUTERS! ‼️🚧

Beginning this Tuesday, May 26th, F90 South of De Soto to Van Meter will be closed to thru traffic from Osage Avenue to R Avenue for a pavement widening & rehabilitation project.

🚗 Detour Route:
Drivers should follow the posted detour using Interstate 80 from Highway 169 to R22 (Ute Avenue). Please note that the Van Meter I-80 EB Exit Ramp is also closed until late August of this year. Access will be maintained for residents living within the project limits only.

Project information: www.iceasb.org
Or contact the Dallas County Road Department at 515-993-4289.

05/25/2026

05/13/2026

The family of Sgt. Declan Coady recently sent us a letter of appreciation and thanks for assistance with their son's procession. Sgt. Alex Wagenknecht represented the City of De Soto in assisting proper respects were paid to Sgt. Coady and family during that time. We thank them for this correspondence and never forget the sacrifice and dedication of both Sgt. Coady and his family.