Sparta Missouri Police Department

05/30/2026

Keeping our partners in blue with the Missouri State Highway Patrol in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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When Corporal Gary Daniels graduated from the Missouri State Highway Patrol Law Enforcement Academy in 2015, he had established the first bond in a trooper’s career: He would forever be a member of the 101st Recruit Class. Decades later, troopers can name everyone in their recruit class. Recruits make it through the rigorous six-month bootcamp-style academy because they learn they are part of a team. A team in which they can rely on one another when their lives are on the line. Over the next decade, Gary established other immutable bonds within the Patrol – first in Troop C; then Troop A, where he could be closer to his family in Kansas; then part of the Patrol’s recruiting division; and, most recently, at the Patrol’s academy, where he could help shape the careers of young recruits.
Each current Patrol member and the larger Patrol family ache over the tragic loss of Corporal Gary Daniels. Missouri Department of Public Safety Director Mark James, a member of Patrol’s 48th Recruit Class, said, “Our troopers are hurting because Gary Daniels was a valued member of the Patrol family with a stellar career. He recruited and encouraged young men and women that they could succeed in our organization and, then in the academy, he helped shape the future of the Patrol. The Patrol and the entire DPS family mourn this terrible loss. Our thoughts are with Gary’s family and all who loved him.”
We will remember Gary Daniels for his selfless service to the public and for upholding the values of the Missouri State Highway Patrol. He will forever be part of the Patrol team.
If you or someone you know is in mental health, su***de, or substance use crisis, help is available. Please reach out to the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988 or chatting online at 988 Lifeline. Services are free, confidential, and available 24/7.

05/26/2026

With the weather prediction for the next two days, your child may miss their rain boots. If your child has lost their rain boots and wallet, please contact the Sparta PD 417-242-5511 to retrieve ☔️

05/20/2026

Wearing a seatbelt is the single most effective way to prevent injury or death in a crash. It cuts your risk of fatal injury and decreases your chances of serious injury by nearly 50%!!

This is why Sparta Police Department will be joining with other law enforcement agencies May 18-31, 2026 in the statewide “Click it or Ticket” campaign stepping up enforcement on seat belt law violations.
Buckle Up and Arrive Alive. For more information on Missouri seatbelt usage, visit www.saveMOlives.com

05/19/2026

2️⃣ Double opportunity to give back! If you miss one, you have the chance for another!!

👀 Check out this great opportunity to give back to your friends and family right here in Christian County!!! As we head in to the summer months, outdoor activities increase, causing an increase for need in blood donors. 🩸

Join us for this friendly challenge between all of your favorite Christian County First Responders on Tuesday June 2nd. There will be donor sites in Ozark and Nixa.

And what a great cause to contribute to! Giving back to those in need of blood and to the families of fallen first responders. This year CBCO is also giving $10 for every successful donation back to the Christian County 100 Club!!!

05/12/2026

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT 📣
For the safety of our students, staff, and parents during appropriate times, please see an updated ordinance, which has went into effect immediately.
This ordinance does read “WHEN CHILDREN PRESENT” and will be enforced. 🏫

Please see the new speed limits for school zones below ⬇️

Speed Limits.
[Ord. No. 202525-010, 12-9-2025]
In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 320, and when signs are erected giving notice thereof, it shall be unlawful for any person to drive a vehicle at a speed in excess of the speeds listed below on the streets as designated. Except where otherwise provided by signs erected pursuant to duly passed and approved ordinances, no person shall operate a vehicle on any street in the City in excess of twenty-five (25) miles per hour. School Zones (during school hours):
Division Street (between State Hwy 125 and Park Circle) - 15 mph
North Avenue (between Division Street and Scott Street) - 15 mph
N. Oak Avenue (All of N. Oak Avenue to State Hwy 14 E) - 15 mph

05/02/2026

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04/24/2026

🐾 FOUND PUPPY!

If this is your dog, or you know the owner, please contact Sparta PD 417-242-5511

Must provide proof of ownership and register the animal with the city.

04/14/2026

Daily Wrap up!!
Officer Luttrull conducted two warrant arrests, one on a traffic stop and one during a disturbance call for service.
Sergeant Usher conducted one arrest for being too cool 😎

Disclaimer: all arrestees are innocent until proven guilty!!

04/13/2026

Service Announcement:
We are Spring cleaning the City of Sparta & enforcing our local ordinances. Please be advised, if you have an inoperable vehicle on your property, you are in violation of the following ordinance. Officers will be notifying anyone in violation and work with you to get the vehicle removed. If the vehicle is not removed from the property, it could result in a citation.

Section 215.040Open Storage of Inoperable Vehicles or Public Safety Hazards Prohibited. [1]
The open storage of inoperable vehicles or other vehicles deemed by the City to constitute a public safety hazard is prohibited. Nothing in this Section shall apply to a vehicle which is completely enclosed within a locked building or locked fenced area and not visible from adjacent public or private property nor to any vehicle upon the property of a business licensed as salvage, swap, junk dealer, towing or storage facility so long as the business is operated in compliance with its business license and the property is in compliance with applicable zoning ordinances.
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State Law Reference — For similar provisions, RSMo. §304.159.

04/10/2026

Today we partnered with Cox Air Care, Injury Prevention at CoxHealth, Sparta Fire Protection District, and Christian County Ambulance District , Christian County Sheriff's Office, and our wonderful Christian County Coroners office and presented the bi-annual docudrama.

Prom is quickly approaching and many teens will be faced with choices to make as they drive away from events. This mock car crash is put on in hopes to inform teens of making better choices and safe driving. 🚗