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The Helena Police Department was founded in 1881, before statehood for the state of Montana. Our department currently employs 51 full-time sworn officers. We also operate the city/county criminal justice records office and the county-wide 911 dispatch center. Administration and records offices are located in the Law Enforcement Center at 406 Fuller Avenue in Helena. General office hours are Monday

- Friday, 8:00a - 5:00p, except state and federal holidays. Police Administration can be reached at (406) 447-8479. The Records Section is responsible for maintaining residential and commercial alarm permits, warrant information for all courts in the county, records of protections orders, and dissemination of police and sheriff reports. Records can be reached at (406) 447-8469.

04/24/2026

🚨 SWAT Selection Day 🚨
The Helena Police Department and the Lewis and Clark County Sheriff’s Office are putting determination, discipline, and teamwork to the test during SWAT Selection Day.

Candidates are being pushed to their limits both physically and mentally as they demonstrate the skills, resilience, and commitment required to serve on a SWAT team. Selection day is not just about strength and endurance; it’s about decision-making under pressure, integrity, and the ability to work as one unified team.

We’re proud of everyone who stepped forward to take on this challenge. Regardless of the outcome, it takes courage to try and that dedication reflects the high standard of service we strive to provide our community every day.

04/21/2026

🎉 Congratulations to HPD’s Newest MLEA Graduates! 🎉
Please join us in congratulating the newest members of the Helena Police Department who have successfully graduated from the Montana Law Enforcement Academy! This accomplishment reflects months of dedication, discipline, and hard work, and marks the beginning of a proud career of service to our community.

We are incredibly proud of your commitment to integrity, professionalism, and public safety. Welcome to HPD! We’re honored to have you on the team and look forward to watching you serve and protect the Helena community.

04/20/2026

🚓 Is your student curious about a future in law enforcement?
💪 Want them to build confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills?

The Junior Police Leadership Academy (JPLA) does it all in one action‑packed week, and it’s completely FREE!

👥 Throughout the week, students will be immersed in hands on, team building, and leadership activities while getting a behind the scenes look at law enforcement, including:

✅ Police tactics
✅ Basic medical training
✅ Fi****ms safety
✅ Emergency driving skills

🎯 This unforgettable experience is proudly sponsored by the Montana Association of Chiefs of Police.

Spots are limited—don’t miss this incredible opportunity! 👀 Please check out the JPLA Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/MTJPLA

To apply please follow this link to a PDF application packet: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UdkGM-cqHnnkk2rOd0qqUP4k3yFb8dDi/view?usp=sharing

Contact information is on the application. Deadline for the application is May 1st.

04/16/2026

👮‍♂️🚓 Welcome to HPD!

We’re excited to welcome Wyatt Guenther and Dawson Cormier to the Helena Police Department as our newest officers! They will begin their training at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy.

We’re glad to have both of you on the team and look forward to the positive impact you’ll make serving our community. Welcome to the HPD family! 💙

04/15/2026

👋 Welcome Tavia!

We’re happy to welcome Tavia to the Helena Police Department as our new Evidence Clerk. Her work plays a big role in keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, and we’re excited to have her on board.

Glad to have you with us, Tavia—welcome to the HPD family! 💙🚓

04/14/2026

🐾 K9 ACTION AT THE PUBLIC SAFETY OPEN HOUSE! 🐾

HPD’s incredible K9 partners, Billy and Angus, stole the show at our Public Safety Open House with an impressive demonstration of their bite and control skills. These highly trained dogs showed just how critical they are to keeping our community safe—and why teamwork between handler and K9 is everything. 💪🐕

Thank you to everyone who came out and for your support! We’re proud of Billy, Angus, and their handlers for their professionalism, discipline, and dedication to public safety!

04/13/2026

🚨National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week🚨

This week, we proudly recognize the calm voices behind the scenes—the ones who answer the call, gather the details, and coordinate help when every second matters. 💛

Our Public Safety Telecommunicators are the true first first‑responders. Their professionalism, compassion, and unwavering dedication make a life‑saving difference every single day. We are incredibly grateful for the strength, resilience, and heart you bring to this demanding role.

Thank you for all that you do!! 👏📞

04/09/2026

The Helena Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Kassandra Letcher. Kassandra is 14 years old, 5'5", 160 lbs., has just passed shoulder length red hair, and brown eyes (this photo shows a different hair color than she currently has). She was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and blue jeans. She was last seen approximately 2200 hours on 04/08/2026.

Her disappearance is not considered suspicious at this time.

If you have any information that could help locate Kassandra, please contact the Helena Police Department at 406-457-8865. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crimestoppers at 406-443-2000, online at www.helenacrimestoppers.com, or with the P3 Tips app.

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04/08/2026

The Helena Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Mia Gonzales. Mia is 5'0", 130 lbs., brown hair, and brown eyes. Her disappearance is not considered suspicious at this time.

If you have any information that could help locate Mia, please contact the Helena Police Department at 406-457-8865. The case number for reference HP261432. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crimestoppers at 406-443-2000, online at www.helenacrimestoppers.com, or with the P3 Tips app.

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03/31/2026

🎉 Congratulations! 🎉

Please join us in congratulating Captain Jayson Zander on his well- deserved promotion to Assistant Chief! This accomplishment reflects his dedication, professionalism, and strong leadership in service to our department and the Helena community.

We look forward to the continued positive impact Assistant Chief Zander will make in this new role. Congratulations on this exciting next chapter! 👏🚓

Address

406 Fuller Avenue
Helena, MT
59601

Telephone

(406) 447-8479

Website

https://www.helenamt.gov/Departments/Police-Department

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