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***IF YOU HAVE AN EMERGENCY PLEASE CALL 911***

This page is intended to communicate with the public in reference to events taking place in the city, road closures, and having the community assist the police officers at times in identifying people or vehicles via social media. Any complaints of the police department you may have, please visit the police department at the address listed above during regular business hours of Monday thru Friday 8:30am- 4:30pm.

05/18/2026

The Whitesburg Police Department will be conducting traffic safety checkpoints periodically, starting today May 18th, 2026 thru May 31st, 2026. These checkpoints will mainly be in the evening hours and at approved locations throughout the city and county. These checkpoints will be conducted in an effort to enforce the traffic and regulatory laws of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Traffic safety checkpoints are a way for the Whitesburg Police Department to improve highway safety throughout the community and also interact with its citizens. The main goal is to increase the safety of the citizens within the Commonwealth and the city of Whitesburg.

Approved locations are:
-US 119 N near Howard’s carpets
-Hazard Rd (KY15 X) near the old whitesburg football field
-KY 15 N near the Earnest Cook Memorial Ball fields
-KY Hwy 2034 near the Cabinet for Health and Family Services
-Other locations may be added and will be updated to this post

05/13/2026

Whitesburg Police Department’s K9 Sully has received donation of body armor

Whitesburg Police Department, KY - K9 Sully has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Sully’s vest was sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of Officer Pradeep Tamang”.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 6,513 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states, made possible by both private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $1,050 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1800.00, weighs an average of 4-5 lbs., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call (508) 824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.

04/22/2026

Asst. Chief Hunsucker and K9 Sully, while being assisted by Chief Fields and Officer Whitaker, were able to remove this suspected m**hamphetamine and a firearm out of the hands of a convicted felon on a traffic stop today. Along with other paraphernalia and illegal substances.

Two individuals were charged, one suspect had 5 warrants including a parole warrant.

All individuals are innocent until proven guilty.

03/29/2026

WPD is currently investigating a series of events over the past week involving vandalism and graffiti at the James Wiley Craft Memorial Park. These events have been captured on surveillance footage, and those responsible for the destruction of our local recreation will be prosecuted.

Chief Tyrone Fields

03/26/2026

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This message is circulating and is completely fabricated. Do not reply or send money. This is a scam.

03/04/2026

🚔 NOW HIRING POLICE OFFICERS 🚔

Whitesburg Police Department

The Whitesburg Police Department is now accepting applications for:

✔️ Certified Police Officers (Preferred)
✔️ Non-Certified Applicants (We Will Train the Right Candidate!)

📍 How to Apply:
Applications can be submitted in person at:
Whitesburg City Hall

💼 What We Offer:
• Competitive Pay
• Insurance Benefits
• Hazardous Duty Retirement
• Take-Home Fleet (within approved mileage radius)
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Leave

🇺🇸 Serve With Pride. Protect With Honor.

For more information, contact Whitesburg City Hall or stop by during regular business hours. You can also message this page.

02/25/2026

Whitesburg Police Department’s K9 Sully to get donation of body armor

Whitesburg Police Department, KY - K9 Sully will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Sully’s vest was sponsored by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. and will be embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of Officer Pradeep Tamang”. Delivery is expected within ten weeks.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 6,348 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states, made possible by both private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old, actively employed, and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $1,050 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1800.00, weighs an average of 4-5 lbs., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call (508) 824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.

02/20/2026

Keys turned in to city hall. If you’re missing a set of keys please stop by and verify that they are yours. Thanks.

02/16/2026

We need your help. Does anyone recognize this person? If so please call us at 606-633-2737 or message us on this page. Thank you.

This is in reference to an ongoing investigation.

01/07/2026

Shoplifting complaint leads to m**h arrest. One
Male was charged with possession of m**hamphetamine. Officer Clemons is over this case. Excellent work.

Address

38 E Main Street
Whitesburg, KY
41858

Telephone

+16066332737

Website

http://cityofwhitesburg.com/

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