Topeka Police Department

Topeka Police Department Official page of the Topeka Police Department. Account not monitored 24/7.

View our Social Media Policy here: https://topeka.gov/government/city_policies/index.php Comments and posts are monitored, may be subject to public records law and may be disclosed to third parties. The City reserves the right to remove any posted content, including but not limited to:

• Content that contains obscene or profane language
• Content that is s*xual in nature
• Content that threatens

or defames any person or organization
• Content that incites violence or references killing or harming anyone
• Content that promotes illegal activity
• Content that promotes or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, s*x, disability, familial status, national origin or ancestry, age, s*xual orientation or gender identity
• Content that contains confidential information or information that may compromise the safety or security of any person
• Content that promotes commercial services or products
• Content that is off-topic or unrelated to the specific post involved
• Content that is repetitive or duplicative

Three violations of these content guidelines may result in a 30-day ban. An additional three violations after a 30-day ban may result in a permanent ban. If you have any questions or comments regarding the Terms of Use Guidelines, please email us at: [email protected]

Opinions expressed by our visitors do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Topeka Police Department. All comments will be monitored when possible and the City of Topeka reserves the right to remove posts that violate the City’s social media policy’s terms of use: https://www.topeka.org/communications/social-media/

Comments posted are subject to public disclosure.

5 PM UPDATE > The scene remains active as officers continue their investigation. SW 7th Street between SW Jackson Street...
09/03/2026

5 PM UPDATE > The scene remains active as officers continue their investigation. SW 7th Street between SW Jackson Street and SW Van Buren Street will remain closed for the next couple of hours while investigative work continues.

There is no ongoing threat to the public at this time. Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use an alternate route.

📢 AVOID THE AREA 📢

We are asking the public to avoid the area of the 700 block of SW Jackson Street as Topeka Police Department officers are working an active scene.

🏆🍖 Congratulations, Topeka Police Department — Rib Relay Champions! 🚔The results are in, and the Topeka Police Departmen...
09/02/2026

🏆🍖 Congratulations, Topeka Police Department — Rib Relay Champions! 🚔

The results are in, and the Topeka Police Department took home the winning trophy in this year’s Topeka Texas Roadhouse Rib Relay! 🎉

A big thank you to Texas Roadhouse for sponsoring this fun and delicious event and bringing our community together for a great cause.

We also want to thank the Topeka Fire Department and Topeka Police Department for firing up some friendly competition and participating in this unique event benefiting LifeHouse Child Advocacy Center. 🚒🚔💙

Great food, friendly competition and an even greater cause—thank you to everyone who came out and supported the event!

LifeHouse Child Advocacy Center Texas Roadhouse

🍩 Cops at Donut Shops - September 3! 🚓Donut miss your chance to support a great cause! 🍩💙Join Topeka Police Department o...
09/02/2026

🍩 Cops at Donut Shops - September 3! 🚓

Donut miss your chance to support a great cause! 🍩💙

Join Topeka Police Department officers at the Dunkin’ 6th Street location for Cops at Donut Shops, benefiting Special Olympics Kansas and the Law Enforcement Torch Run!

📅 Thursday, September 3, 2026
⏰ 7–10 a.m.
📍 Topeka Dunkin' 6th Street Location

Stop by, grab your favorite coffee and donut, say hello to local officers and help support the incredible athletes of Special Olympics Kansas! ☕👮‍♂️🍩🏅

Every visit helps make a difference. We hope to see you there!

Special Olympics Kansas

🐾 Happy National Police K-9 Day! 🐾Today, we honor the hard work, courage and loyalty of our Topeka Police Department K-9...
09/01/2026

🐾 Happy National Police K-9 Day! 🐾

Today, we honor the hard work, courage and loyalty of our Topeka Police Department K-9s and their handlers. These dedicated teams work side by side each day, helping protect our community while building a partnership based on trust, training and teamwork. 💙🐾 👮‍♂️

Meet our K-9 Teams:
🐾 👮‍♂️ K-9 Andur & Officer Patrick Lauver
🐾 👮‍♂️ K-9 Atlas & Officer Kyler Weishaar
🐾 👮‍♂️ K-9 Dango & Officer Tyler Wohler
🐾 👮‍♂️ K-9 Dobbs & Officer Gary Atchison
🐾 👮‍♂️ K-9 Jocko & Officer Michael Nelson
‍🐾 👮‍♂️ K-9 Petey & Officer Cody Satterwhite
🐾 👮‍♂️ K-9 Ryker & Sergeant Joshua Miller

Thank you to our TPD K-9s and their handlers for their service, determination and unwavering dedication to keeping Topeka safe. We are proud to have you on our team! 💙🐾

🧸 Building Connections, One Smile at a Time 💙A stuffed animal and a friendly conversation can go a long way toward build...
08/30/2026

🧸 Building Connections, One Smile at a Time 💙

A stuffed animal and a friendly conversation can go a long way toward building stronger connections in our community.

Topeka Police Department Sgt. Marr and Officer Davidson recently spent time in the SE Bellview Avenue area handing out stuffed animals and visiting with youth, families and other community members. The outreach is part of TPD’s continued efforts to increase engagement and build positive relationships in an area that has recently experienced higher-than-normal crime activity.

While addressing crime and keeping neighborhoods safe remains a priority, our officers also recognize the importance of being present, listening and connecting with the people who live in the communities we serve.

Thank you to TPD Sgt. Marr and Officer Davidson for taking the time to share some smiles and strengthen those important community connections! 🧸👮‍♂️💙

🚔🐾 The K-9 Games & Car Show – September 13! 🐾🚗Mark your calendars for a fun-filled day supporting Special Olympics Kansa...
08/28/2026

🚔🐾 The K-9 Games & Car Show – September 13! 🐾🚗

Mark your calendars for a fun-filled day supporting Special Olympics Kansas! Come check out some incredible cars and watch talented K-9 teams put their skills to the test!

🐾 Come see Topeka Police Department K-9s Dango, Adur, Atlas and Jocko as they demonstrate their skills and show how they help keep our community safe each day!

📅 Sunday, September 13, 2026
📍 Stormont Vail Events Center | 1 Expocentre Drive
🚗 Car Show: 9:00 a.m.
🐕 K-9 Competition: 1:00 p.m.

🌮☕ Come hungry! Food trucks on site include Carnival Cravings and Cafecito Beans

🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!
Free-will donations will be accepted to benefit Special Olympics Kansas.

Bring the family, enjoy the cars, cheer on the K-9 teams and help support a great cause!

WIBW Melissa Brunner

🚔 Fall 2026 Topeka Police Citizens Academy Begins Soon — Register Now! 🚔A big thank you to WIBW Melissa Brunner for welc...
08/27/2026

🚔 Fall 2026 Topeka Police Citizens Academy Begins Soon — Register Now! 🚔

A big thank you to WIBW Melissa Brunner for welcoming the Topeka Police Department to the Red Couch to talk about our upcoming Fall 2026 Police Citizens Academy!

TPD Sergeant Phil Anderson, Citizens Academy Ambassadors President Derek Carmichael and Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS) Lieutenant Phil Ortega joined Melissa to share how the Citizens Academy gives community members an inside look at TPD operations, helps participants better understand the work our officers do and builds stronger connections between TPD and the community.

We appreciate Melissa and WIBW for helping us spread the word about this opportunity!

🚔 Interested in getting an inside look at TPD? The Fall Citizens Academy meets Tuesdays, Sept. 22 through Dec. 15, and applications are open through Sept. 14.

📺 Watch the interview and learn more: WIBW: Want the inside scoop on Topeka Police Department? Sign up for Citizens Academy here: https://topeka.gov/how_do_i/programs-services/ca-police/index.php

https://www.wibw.com/2026/08/26/want-inside-scoop-topeka-police-dept-sign-up-citizens-academy/?fbclid=Iwb21leAT8erljbGNrBPx6snBkb2YFZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEeYXy4-NVrsbxlftNy3B8ne07LfDYCHNVg2jpy0eliYNOQr1_PtlS4Eu2QVKc_aem_CqfeyLh-vmdXSZUR2gVBlQ

🛡 WIBW

Back to School, Back in Our Schools! 🏫🚔 As students head back to school, you may notice some familiar uniforms spending ...
08/25/2026

Back to School, Back in Our Schools! 🏫🚔

As students head back to school, you may notice some familiar uniforms spending a little extra time around our local schools. 👮‍♂️

Since the start of the school year, Topeka Police Department officers have been visiting schools throughout the community—not only to provide an added layer of safety and security, but also to build positive relationships with the students, staff and families we serve.

These everyday interactions matter. Whether it’s a quick hello in the hallway, a high-five or a conversation with a student, each interaction is an opportunity to connect with young people in a positive environment and help them get to know the men and women who serve their community. 💙

Keeping our schools safe will always be a priority, but building trust and strong relationships is an important part of that mission, too. We’re proud to be part of our schools and our community.

📚✏️ Here’s to a safe, successful and great school year, Topeka!

🚴TPD Summer Bike Program Rolls Into the Spotlight! ☀️ 📺🚔A big thank you to WIBW News Reporter Daesha Gear for visiting w...
08/22/2026

🚴TPD Summer Bike Program Rolls Into the Spotlight! ☀️

📺🚔A big thank you to WIBW News Reporter Daesha Gear for visiting with TPD Sergeant Josh Klamm at the beautiful historic Holliday Park to learn more about the Topeka Police Department’s Summer Bike Program!

We appreciate WIBW for helping us share how this program connects our officers with the community and highlights the important work they've been doing throughout Topeka this summer. 🚴☀️

View the full story on WIBW here: https://www.wibw.com/2026/08/20/tpd-summer-bike-initiative-returns-restore-connection-with-community-youth/

🚔 This Labor Day Holiday -- Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over 🚔As Labor Day approaches, the Topeka Police Department is joi...
08/20/2026

🚔 This Labor Day Holiday -- Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over 🚔

As Labor Day approaches, the Topeka Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies across Kansas and the nation to remind everyone to celebrate responsibly and never drive impaired.

From Aug. 19 through Sept. 7, motorists can expect an increased law enforcement presence on local and state roadways as part of the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign.

According to KDOT, preliminary 2025 data shows the devastating impact of impaired driving in Kansas:
🔹 66 people killed and more than 950 injured in alcohol-impaired driving crashes
🔹 51 people killed and 240 injured in drug-related crashes

These deaths were preventable.

If your Labor Day plans include alcohol or other impairing substances, plan your safe ride home before the celebration begins.

✅ Designate a sober driver or use a cab or ride-share service.
🔑 Never let an impaired person drive—take the keys and arrange a safe ride.
🏠 Make sure your guests have a safe way home.
📞 Contact local law enforcement if you see a suspected impaired driver.
🚘 Always wear your seat belt—it is your best defense against impaired drivers.

Help us keep Topeka streets safe this Labor Day. Plan ahead. Make responsible choices. Never drive impaired.

🚔 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

Address

320 S. Kansas Avenue
Topeka, KS
66603

Telephone

+17853689551

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Topeka Police Department posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Topeka Police Department:

Shortcuts

Share

Category