Shrewsbury Missouri Police Department

09/11/2026

Today, on Patriot Day, we remember and honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001. We remember the courage of the first responders, the strength of those who survived, and the countless families forever changed.

25 years later, we will never forget. 🇺🇸

09/11/2026

• On August 31st, an officer conducted a traffic stop on Laclede Station Road and learned the driver did not have a valid driver’s license and had several active warrants for his arrest. Not the coveted Traffic Trifecta, but people jail nonetheless.

• On September 2nd, officers responded to Walmart for a shoplifting in progress. Store security recognized a known prolific thief in the store (that’s never good) and then observed him concealing merchandise. He left the store with the stolen goods to the awaiting hand of SPD, where he was taken into custody. He was arrested for a myriad of warrants and a new felony charge of stealing 4th or subsequent offense.

• On September 2nd, officers responded to Walmart for a shoplifting in progress. A subject was observed stuffing a backpack full of merchandise and leaving the store, again to the awaiting hands of SPD. This time he thought fighting would make the situation better, but that failed. He was taken into custody after a brief struggle with officers. Investigation revealed a suspected controlled substance in his possession. While this needs to be formally identified by the crime lab, let’s just say his decision making seemed a little……methed up.

• On September 2nd, an officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle with bad plates in the 7300 block of Watson Road. He learned the driver also had no driver’s license and no insurance. Say it with me now, TRAFFIC TRIFECTA.

• On September 3rd, an officer in a fully marked police car conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that ran a red light right in front of him near Laclede Station Road and Ravensridge Drive. He learned the driver also had no driver’s license, no insurance, and expired plates. The officer was able to save some time explaining the traffic trifecta, as this same driver was arrested for these same offenses in January by that same officer. Maybe this driver learns by repetition.

• On September 4th, officers responded to Walmart for a shoplifting in progress. The subject was observed concealing merchandise and then leaving the store without paying for it. She failed to comply with the officer and resisted arrest, however, was quickly placed in handcuffs. That didn’t stop her. She continued to resist and failed to comply basically the entire time. She was arrested for stealing, resisting arrest, failure to comply, and trespassing as this wasn’t her first rodeo at Walmart.

• On September 5th, officers responded back to Walmart for a shoplifting in progress. The subject was observed concealing numerous items of merchandise into a suitcase (that he also stole) and left the store. He failed to comply and resisted arrest, eventually fleeing on foot. Unfortunately for him the SPD track team was on duty, ready to go, and won that race. The suspect was taken into custody after actively resisting arrest once again. An officer was injured during the event but refused medical treatment. Sticky Fingers was arrested for felony stealing 4th or subsequent offense (he has 35), felony resisting arrest, felony assault-special victim.

In addition to these reports, between August 31st – September 6th, Shrewsbury officers also responded to 4 auto accidents, 2 disturbances, 6 suspicious activity calls, and 8 theft calls. We assisted the Fire Department with 30 calls and conducted 35 traffic stops.

09/01/2026

• On August 24th, an officer conducted a traffic stop on Watson Road on a vehicle displaying expired license plates. The officer learned the driver’s driving privileges were suspended by the great State of Missouri, and she did not carry vehicle insurance. On this day she learned about the traffic trifecta as she was arrested, and her car was shipped off to car jail.

• On August 24th, officers responded to the 5100 block of Exeter for a report of a light pole struck and the vehicle left the scene. An officer located the striking vehicle, a box truck, in the area, and learned the driver thought it was a good idea to pop a U-turn on the one-way street and “must have hit the pole”. His traffic summonses will let the judge have some input on that decision.

• On August 25th, officers responded to Walmart for a shoplifting, where they arrested an adult female for stealing earrings, new britches, and a (probably) delicious chai tea beverage. Y’all…there’s a cop standing at the front door. What are we doinggg?

• On August 25th, officers responded to Walmart for a shoplifting, where they arrested an adult female for stealing a big ol’ bottle of tequila. When she was stopped by that cop (yeah, the one she walked right past as she entered the front doors – that cop), he learned of her 9 active warrants as well. Sorry, no margarita’s today.

• On August 28th, an officer conducted a traffic stop on Watson Road on a vehicle displaying expired license plates. The officer learned the driver did not have a valid driver’s license and did not carry insurance on the vehicle. You know the drill from here.

• On August 28th, an officer conducted a traffic stop on Watson Road on a vehicle displaying expired license plates. The officer learned the driver did not have a valid driver’s license either. She did have insurance though, so there’s that.

In addition to these reports, between August 24th – August 30th, Shrewsbury officers also responded to 7 auto accidents, 3 disturbances, 4 suspicious activity calls, and 3 theft calls. We assisted the Fire Department with 30 calls, conducted 94 traffic stops, and conducted 16 traffic details in areas involving the return to school.

08/29/2026

🚔 Saturation Saturday – August 29, 2026! Tonight we are teaming up with MADD Heartland to keep our roads safe. Drive sober, slow down, and make it home safely.

08/27/2026

Heads up, Shrewsbury! 🚧

If your travels take you on Big Bend under the RR tracks and Greenwood Blvd this weekend, be sure to check out the information shared by our friends at the Maplewood Missouri Police Department and allow extra time for your commute. Stay safe and drive carefully! 🚔

Heads up, Maplewood!

Big Bend will be closed to traffic between Sunnen Drive and Oxford Boulevard while crews remove the existing bridges at Greenwood Boulevard and Pacific Avenue.

📅 Closure begins: Friday, August 28 at 10 PM
📅 Reopens: Monday, August 31 at 5 AM

Drivers should plan ahead and use Laclede Station Road and South Hanley Road as alternate routes.

Once Big Bend reopens Monday morning, traffic will be restricted to one lane in each direction for the majority of bridge construction.

Please allow extra travel time and use caution when traveling through the area.

The project website has been updated with closure information, including information on the preferred alternate route. The website can be found here:
https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/transportation-and-public-works/active-construction/bridges-of-big-bend-pacific-and-greenwood-ar-1670/

08/26/2026

• On August 18th, officers responded to 7601 Watson Road after an employee learned that a man had apparently confused her Kia with a complimentary parting gift from the parking lot. Around 12:50 p.m., a coworker told the victim that someone was inside her car. Nothing says “bold life choice” like stealing a car in broad daylight while everyone is still there at work. When the victim got outside, the man was still inside the car but quickly abandoned his short-lived automotive career and fled on foot. Officers are reviewing surveillance footage from the parking lot and nearby businesses to help identify the suspect.

• On August 18th, a 21-year-old Maplewood man was arrested inside a vehicle he was rummaging through in the 4100 block of Exeter around 10:15 p.m., apparently initiating the bold and innovative “check every car door and see what happens” strategy. A resident saw the man pulling on car door handles and called the police. We love seeing Neighborhood Watch in action! When officers arrived, the man had laid down inside the vehicle, which is one way to demonstrate complete innocence and definitely not panic. He told police he was only looking for a place to sleep, however the car owner’s property in the suspect’s pockets did add a small credibility speed bump to that bedtime story. Also located in the vehicle was a semi-auto handgun that did not belong to the victim, had been reported stolen in St. Louis City, but was wedged under the driver’s seat and believed to have been hidden there by the suspect. Home surveillance footage from the area showed the suspect pulling on car door handles along the street, kindly saving everyone the trouble of wondering whether this was all just a big misunderstanding. The man was provided a warm place to sleep…. In jail. Sweet dreams, sir. The case is being reviewed by the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for felony charges.

• On August 21st, a man made a delayed police report, stating that his prescription medication was stolen from the center console of his vehicle on the Aldi’s parking lot on August 18th. He advised that on the day the medication was stolen, the windows on his vehicle were down because he had a dog inside. The old “my dog ate my homework” excuse was not the case in this instance.

• On August 21st, what was supposed to be a fun family outing at the bowling alley turned into a physical disturbance after two grown women in the party decided the evening needed more strikes and began swinging. Officers were told that the women had prior “beef” and previous altercations, which led to the bowling alley incident. The woman who threw the first punch left a few details out of her version of events, but surveillance cameras helpfully provided the director’s cut. Where’s the beef? Well, it’s no longer at the bowling alley. The Municipal Prosecutor will review the case and determine formal assault charges.

In addition to these reports, between August 17th – August 23rd, Shrewsbury officers also responded to 12 auto accidents, 3 disturbances, 7 suspicious activity calls, 4 property damage calls, and 5 theft calls. We assisted the Fire Department with 13 calls and conducted 74 traffic stops (which includes directed enforcement in problems areas).

08/25/2026

School is back in session! 🚌 Please take a moment to review when you need to stop for a school bus. A few extra seconds can help keep our children safe.💙💛

08/19/2026

On August 10th, an officer began the week with a bang locating the first Traffic Trifecta during a traffic stop on Shrewsbury Avenue on a vehicle displaying fake temp tags. The officer then learned the drive had no driver’s license and no vehicle insurance. You know the drill…. People jail. Car Jail.

On August 11th, an officer responded to the area of the 7300 block of Watson Road for a vehicle blocking the traffic lane. The officer located the vehicle with no plates and no driver. The vehicle was eventually towed.

On August 11th, we hosted another successful Shrewsbury Night Out at Wehner Park. Thank you to all our guests and the attendees that braved the insane heat. To the man we spoke to at the PD table who said he loved our Crime Reports and was considering speeding through town with no license plates, no drivers license, and no insurance just so he can make the crime report with his own Traffic Trifecta….No need. Consider this your shoutout, Sir! We appreciate you!

On August 13th, officers responded to Walmart for a shoplifting. Officers learned a man placed a Buzz Ball alcoholic cocktail in his pocket and left the store without paying. While investigating, the man told the officers he’d made a poor decision, as he had the money in his pocket that he could have used to pay for the item. Can’t argue with that one, ESPECIALLY when he had active warrants. Buzz kill. He was arrested.

On August 14th, officers were notified of a missing person from Kentucky, whose cell was pinging in Shrewsbury. With extensive investigation and assistance from the Saint Louis Metropolitan Police, the person was located safe at a medical facility.

On August 15th, officers received a delayed report of a vehicle crash-pedestrian struck, in which the driver left the scene without exchanging information. The pedestrian received minor injuries and refused medical treatment. The driver has been identified and is being sought.

REMINDER: Schools start over the next couple weeks! Traffic will be increasing, so give yourself extra time and use extra caution when driving. Stop means stop, not slow down. Speed limits DO exist. No Right Turn means just that…. For everyone. Don’t worry, if you forget, our officers will be there to remind you. Drive Carefully. Protect Our Kids!

In addition to these reports, between August 10th – August 16th, Shrewsbury officers also responded to 6 auto accidents, 2 disturbances, 7 suspicious activity calls, and 6 theft calls. We assisted the Fire Department with 35 calls and conducted 94 traffic stops.

08/18/2026

We are proud to support Mayor Odenwald’s message about keeping our children and our community safe as we begin a new school year. With more school buses, children walking and biking, and increased traffic around our schools and neighborhoods, we ask everyone to slow down, stay alert, put the phone away, and watch carefully for pedestrians and students crossing the street. Never pass a stopped school bus, and please give yourself a little extra time to get where you are going. Our goal is to keep all children safe! We will continue to have a visible presence and enforce traffic laws throughout Shrewsbury, especially areas with pedestrians. Thank you to our residents for doing your part and helping us keep Shrewsbury a safe, caring, and family-focused community.

Slow down. Stay alert. Look out for one another.