Petersburg Police Department

03/21/2026

While patrolling through the park today, I snapped this photo of a grandpa and his grandson enjoying the beautiful weather fishing at Lake Ashley. Moments like these are what make our community special. Seeing families spend time together, enjoying the outdoors and making memories, reminds me why I’m proud to serve and protect.

Chief Kyle Mills

(Permission was given to post this photo)

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patty’s Day ☘️

02/08/2026

On Saturday February 7th 2026 at 8:41 am Petersburg police department Sgt. Collier assisted in a pursuit that began in Washington.

Sgt. Collier entered the pursuit near rolling acres and followed down Main St. at speeds of 80 plus. The suspect vehicle turned into Onyett’s fabricators. It then made a loop of the parking lot and attempted to exit striking Sgt. Colliers vehicle and then sliding into a snow bank getting stuck.

Officers from Washington PD and Daviess county Sheriff’s Office took the suspect into custody after a brief struggle where the suspect was seen swallowing a baggie of something. He was transported to the hospital by EMS.

The suspect was identified as Eric Logston, 42 of Washington. The pursuit began when WPD officers attempted to serve a warrant on him and escaped by striking a police vehicle in Washington.

01/29/2026

Update: The owner has been located!

Looking for the owner of this little guy. He was found around 8th and Main Street.

01/25/2026

You don’t see this in Petersburg everyday 🚓❄️
Thank you to the DNR for sending a helping hand.

01/24/2026

❄️Winter Weather Reminder from Your 911 Dispatchers ❄️
911 is for emergencies only.

🚨 Call 911 for:
• Carbon monoxide alarms or symptoms
• No heat in extreme cold with vulnerable people
• Accidents, injuries, or medical emergencies
• Fires, smoke, or gas odors

❌ Please do NOT call 911 for:
• Road condition updates
• Power restoration timelines
• School closures
• Weather forecasts

‼️Pike County Dispatch Non-Emergency Line: 812-354-6024‼️

Keeping 911 lines open helps us reach those who truly need immediate help. Thank you for helping us help others 💙

01/23/2026

The department wants to thank the community foundation for the grant to purchase new vests, plates and carriers. Thanks to your assistance our officers will be protected by the latest technology and ergonomic design, so we will be able to better protect our community.

11/26/2025

11/01/2025

We had a wonderful time attending all the Halloween events over the last few weeks. We met a lot of monsters, super heros and our favorite….the fellow Jr officers. Shoutout to Harris Funeral Home, The Vault on Main, and Mills Custom Powder Coating for their generous donations for candy.

10/22/2025

10/13/2025

We had over 300 entries to win the police power wheel. We sure hope Stiles enjoys his new ride as much as we loved giving it out. Looks like a future officer to us!!

10/13/2025

Congratulations to Paige Kluemper for winning the police power wheel!