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The purpose of this page is to present news and updates of public interest from the police department to the residents, businesses, and visitors. We will accept comments, and concerns, but please note this is a moderated online discussion site and not a public forum. Once posted, the City reserves the right to hide submissions that contain vulgar language, personal attacks of any kind, or offensive comments that disparage any ethnic, racial or religious group. Repeat or continuous offenders could be blocked from posting. Further, the City reserves the right to hide comments that are spam, include links to other sites, commercial in nature, clearly off topic, advocate illegal activity, promote particular services, products, political candidates, issues, or organizations, infringe on copyrights and/or trademarks, or are outdated. Please note that user comments expressed on this site do not reflect the opinions and position of the West Richland Police Department or employees. If you have any questions concerning the operation of this online moderated discussion site, please e-mail [email protected]

09/15/2026

WRPD's Citizens Academy is scheduled to start soon. Pickup an application at the front desk of the Police Department. Space is limited to 30 for this condensed Citizens Academy so apply quickly to ensure your seat. This is a great opportunity to learn what technology your Police Department is using, how Officers make decisions and some of the techniques used on patrol. If you have any questions regarding the academy feel free to contact the West Richland Police Department front desk.

09/12/2026

Message from CCO (Code Compliance Officer):

Living full-time in an RV is strictly prohibited by West Richland city code unless you have a specific, time-limited temporary permit. Call 509-967-3431 for questions on permits. This post does not apply to RV parks, of course.

Under West Richland Municipal Code (WRMC) Chapter 8.12, the city regulates how recreational vehicles, mobile homes, and trailers can be parked and used. If you are considering staying in an RV in West Richland, keep the following code enforcement rules in mind:

No Living Quarters on Private Property: While homeowners are generally allowed to park a single RV or trailer in an accessory garage or in their yard, the code states that no living quarters shall be maintained while the vehicle is parked there. Furthermore, you are not permitted to hook up utilities (such as water, electricity, or sewer) to the RV while it is parked on a residential lot.

Strict Public Street Parking Limits: You cannot use an RV as a dwelling on city streets. According to West Richland Code Enforcement, RVs are restricted to parking on public rights-of-way for a maximum of 36 hours within a 7-day period, typically meant only for active loading and unloading.

Also note: (WRMC 17.54.058 Recreational vehicles) - Recreational vehicles shall not be used as permanent or temporary dwelling units in any residential zone. However, guests may park and/or occupy a recreational vehicle while visiting the occupants of a dwelling unit located on the same lot for not more than 30 days in one consecutive 12-month period. The intent is to accommodate visiting guests and not to allow the recreational vehicle to be used as a dwelling unit.

Violating these zoning and parking ordinances can lead to warning notices from the West Richland Police Department Code Compliance department, followed by fines, criminal citations or vehicle impoundment if the vehicle is left abandoned on public property.

09/11/2026

Abandoned or lost?

This dog was reported found on Saturday (0905) and has been hanging around at a ranch area on Ruppert Rd. Kennels are full at this time, please call non-emergency dispatch if you are the owner or know of this dog to have been abandoned by a person. 509-628-0333 reference case number 26-8833.

09/09/2026

Don’t forget that the IRONMAN event will be taking place on September 20. Some roads in West Richland will be closed, and you can expect long delays on other roads throughout the area.

Plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and be prepared for traffic impacts. 🏃‍♂️🚴‍♀️🏊

08/28/2026

I have some exciting news for YOU! Something we have all been waiting for is finally open…

The new roundabout at Keene and W. Van Giesen St. (Crowd roars with excitement! 🥳👏) Might want to check it out on your way home. Please drive safe everybody.

08/21/2026

Found dog: Desert View Mobile Home Park

This pup has been reported by several people as wandering for the past few days. Please call ACCO if you recognize this animal. 509-967-7112

08/16/2026

Good morning West Richland community!👮‍♂️🍩

Just your local Officers starting this Sunday morning the right way, with some good coffee, and of course some donuts. 😁

Hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and blessed Sunday! Stay kind to all!

07/31/2026

We had a surprise visit today from Lim, a local artist in the area. He created a drawing of "Lucias", the bait dog previously posted in response to reading about his passing. Animal control rarely sheds tears in uniform, but some tears were shed today. Thank you so much... -ACCO

07/25/2026

Lucias the “Bait Dog”: 2014-2026

If you are new to our FB page, you may have not heard of “Lucias”. If you type his name in the search bar (along with “bait dog”), you will find stories and articles of him. “Lucias” won an award last year for hitting 40 dogs caught for WRPD animal control within his 10 years of service. Sadly, the mighty ‘dog catching legend’ has passed away.

Lucias has been around WRPD for the past 11 years, with his recent ‘retirement years’ mostly spent at home and going on nature adventures. Many officers, sergeants, and even Chief’s that have already retired within that timeframe know this little legend well.

Lucias, himself, was a stray dog in the community that was later adopted by animal control. 1 year into his adoption, he was deployed for the first time on duty to catch two dogs. It took 5 minutes for the catch- and since then he has been assisting animal control for scared/timid dogs left and right. He has even captured dogs while off duty. Lucias made a big difference to the dogs that needed help within our community. He will be missed and his little legend will be remembered. He will always be known as THE “bait dog”.

-ACCO

07/22/2026

WRPD would like to recognize recently promoted officer Haulk to the rank of patrol sergeant. Sergeant Haulk has been with West Richland PD since 2022 with a total of 8 years of law enforcement experience.

Also, we promoted SRO King to the rank of SRO/Detective. Det. King will be splitting his time between the school and the investigations office.

WRPD is proud of both of these officers and the commitment they have to West Richland. Their experience in both leadership and investigations will take WRPD to an even higher level of professional police services to West Richland.

Congratulations to both of you in your recent promotions.

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7920 W Van Giesen Street
West Richland, WA
99353

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Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 12pm

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+15099673425

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http://www.westrichland.org/

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