Wilder Police Department

05/28/2026

As the school year wraps up in our area, we wanted to take the opportunity to share information with parents about the large number of v**es seized by our School Resource Officer this year. This is not just a trend we are seeing locally, schools across Idaho and the country are dealing with the same issue.

We encourage parents and guardians to have conversations with their teens about the dangers and consequences of using to***co, ni****ne, and ma*****na products. It is also important to discuss the seriousness of bringing these items onto school property and exposing other students to them.

Many v**e products contain high levels of ni****ne and other harmful substances that can impact adolescent brain development, learning, and overall health. In addition to the health risks, possession or use of these products by minors can result in school discipline and legal consequences.

Working together as parents, schools, and our community, we can help keep students safe, healthy, and focused on their future

05/16/2026

That single "click" is one of the most effective safety features in your car — protecting your life, your passengers, and your paycheck. ⬇️

Click It or Ticket

05/16/2026

The Wilder Police Department is partnering with the Idaho Transportation Department’s Office of Highway Safety and other law enforcement agencies statewide for the 2026 Click It or Ticket campaign, running May 11–31. Officers will increase patrols to educate Idahoans on the importance of seat belt use, with a particular focus on rural areas where fatalities are most common.

Of the 160 people in passenger vehicles over age 7 who were killed in Idaho in 2024, only 62 were wearing seat belts. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), seat belts cut the risk of death and serious injury in half. Based on that effectiveness, an estimated 62 Idahoans survived crashes in 2024 because they buckled up.

“More Idahoans are buckling up, but we need to do better to prevent fatal and serious injury crashes,” said Josephine Middleton, Highway Safety Manager. “Taking two seconds to buckle up makes you 50% more likely to survive a crash.”

People not wearing seatbelts continue to make up a disproportionate share of Idaho’s traffic deaths. The high-visibility enforcement effort is part of a national campaign coordinated by NHTSA.

We jointly urge drivers and passengers to buckle up every trip and ensure children are secured in the proper car seat or booster.

For more information, visit shift-idaho.org.

The smallest habit can save your life.Seatbelts reduce fatal injuries by up to 50%.It just clicks.Buckle up, Idaho.

05/13/2026

Congratulations to the Wilder High School Class of 2026!!!

It has been an honor to see you all grow and turn into amazing young adults!!

We wish you all the best for in your future endeavors!!

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05/10/2026

Wishing a joyous Mother's Day to all the incredible mothers on their extraordinary day of celebration!

04/27/2026

On April 27, 2026, officers from the Wilder Police Department responded to a single-vehicle accident that occurred overnight.

The driver of the vehicle utilized a business parking lot to execute a turn, resulting in the vehicle entering the canal.

Fortunately, the driver did not sustain any injuries.

This incident serves as a reminder to exercise caution when operating a vehicle near canals, particularly during periods of rising water levels.

We want to remind drivers to remain vigilant and cautious, at all times, while driving!!

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04/25/2026

Today was truly a beautiful day because we got to take part in wishing Levi a Happy Birthday!!

It filled our hearts with so much happiness to witness the amount of people that came together to celebrate such a strong and brave boy!

04/25/2026

On April 24, 2026, the Wilder Police Department apprehended a suspect in Greenleaf, Idaho for a felony warrant and drug charges.

At around 7:31 PM, officers arrived at a residence, having information that Raul Ramirez was inside. Officers located Mr. Ramirez and took him into custody.

He was subsequently booked for the outstanding warrant and faces additional charges.

04/21/2026

In the recent past, it was stated that the Flock cameras that were installed in the City of Wilder were done so illegally, without Council approval or citizen input. In the wake of this, there was an investigation opened by the Attorney Generals Office. Attached is the result of this investigation.

04/18/2026

The Dia De Los Niños event was such a great celebration today!

A big THANK YOU to the Idaho Hispanic Foundation and all the incredible sponsors who brought this extraordinary event to Wilder families!

Thank you to Wilder City Council President Justin Devenberg and Mayor Rhodes for your support!

And thank you to Wilder Rural Fire District for always partnering with us! We even had the joy of making Firefighter Carters' dream of being a police officer come true for a moment, and he beamed with delight behind a police vehicle!