We would like to congratulate our graduates of the 2023B class. Pictured with Chief Gamble are Officer Miller, Officer Bartram, Officer Strode, Officer Rivera whom completed 13 weeks of basic training academy and will now begin 12 weeks of Field Training. Congratulations to all
Today we celebrated the 33 year career of Lieutenant Scott Lewis. Lt. Lewis was hired by the Springdale Police Department in December of 1989 assigned as a Patrol Officer until 1994 when he became the Public Information Officer. Officer Lewis was then promoted in 1995 to rank of Sergeant supervising the patrol division then the Investigation Division. In 2002, then Sgt. Lewis was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant where he was assigned to the Patrol, Internal Affairs, CID, and Public Relations divisions throughout his career.
As long time colleague and friend, Sgt Sanchez stated, Lt. Lewis left his thumbprint on a lot in how the Springdale Police Department operates. Lt. Lewis was head firearms instructor for 5 years, NRA certified instructor for patrol rifles, pistols, and shotguns; becoming the first patrol rifle instructor and head firearms instructor for SPD. Lt. Lewis was also one of the first trained officers as a School Resource Officer and a founding member of the SWAT team where he served for 12 years.
Lt. Lewis was able to pass down his badge number to his son in law Sgt. Trevor Bowen who will proudly wear 117.
Thank you for your service not only to the community Lt. Lewis but to the Springdale Police Department. Enjoy your next chapter sir.
Day 2 of JPA we headed north to tour the Benton County Sheriff's Office. Some may not realize but Springdale is in two separate counties and we work with both Washington and Benton county sheriff's departments at various times. Lunch at Cici's Pizza was provided by Rhoads & Armstrong Law Firm; Thank you!!! We finished the day applying tourniquets and what to do if found in an active assailant incident. Looking forward to a fun filled day three where we will see who becomes top shot!
Had a great first day of the second session of Junior Police Academy. Students learned the history of the Police Department, laws, and what the process of becoming an Officer looks like. After lunch from Casa Alejo, we toured the Police Department. Chief Gamble and Assistant Chief Hudson spoke to the students. A drone demonstration and the physical fitness test ended day 1.
We are a day late and for some, a dollar short. We need help identifying these subjects. If you know who they are please contact the Springdale Police Department at 479-751-4542, CID 479-750-8139, or call/text our tipline at 479-317-0158. All help is appreciated.
July 8th, 2023
Fatality Hit and Run Accident
On Saturday, July 8, 2023, at approximately 2:08 am, officers with the Springdale Police Department responded to a vehicle versus pedestrian accident in front of the Economy Inn, 3574 W. Sunset Ave.
Upon officers’ arrival; they found a male later identified as Keith Emerson dob 02/27/1984, lying in the inside west bound lane of west Sunset Ave (Hwy 412).
Witnesses on scene told officers that they came across the male lying in the roadway and stopped to assist. According to the witnesses, Emerson then got up and proceeded into the inside westbound lane where he was struck by two separate vehicles. Witnesses described one of the vehicles being a black four door passenger car and the other being a white four door passenger car. Both vehicles fled the scene after striking Emerson. Emerson was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Based on evidence collected at the scene, one vehicle is possibly a Chevrolet passenger car.
This accident is still under investigation by the Springdale Police Department. Anyone with information about the accident is asked to please call the police department at 479-751-4542, criminal investigation division at 479-750-8139, or call or text the tipline at 479-317-0158.
Although we may have to turn over the trophy, we had a great time and turn out at the Boots and Badges Blood Drive today. Thank you all that came out and donated. We surpassed our goal which helps those in our own communities.
Reminder tomorrow is the 3rd annual Boots and Badges blood drive. Come out, donate, let us feed you. See you all there!! 10a-4p @ Fire Station 1 (417 Holcomb).
Yesterday our newest Patrol Officers and Building Security Officer were sworn in by the Honorable Judge Jeff Harper. We would like to welcome Officer Peyton Barron, Officer Braden Cox, Officer Mathew Freeman, Officer Bryan Aguilar, Officer Anthony Sysavanh, and Building Security Officer Donald Vaulner to the SPD family!! After in house training, the Patrol Officers will begin Basic Police Academy in August.
Due to a traffic accident, the light at Sunset and Interstate 49 is not functioning. Crews are on scene working to restore power. Please be patient and try to find alternative routes. Expect some delay.
Save The Date! Tuesday August 1st the Springdale Police Department will be participating in the National Night Out campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer and a better place to live. Hope to see you there!
Thank you to all the kids and "kids" that came and kick'd it with us! We had a blast today. Kickball, popsicles, music and a lot of sweat and laughs all around. Let's do it again soon
Today we celebrated the retirement of two long time employees. Javier Lopez has been a jailer/Building Security Officer with the Springdale Police Department since February 2002. Javier trained many Jailers whom became officers; some still with the department and he will be a major loss for those of us here and within the community.
Corporal Mike Hignite began his career with the Springdale Police Department in July of 1995 or as we would say the late 1900s. Cpl Hignite has been a fitness instructor, Bike Patrol Officer and helped hire and train 71 Officers from 2011-2015. Cpl Hignite, a Springdale Bulldog through and through is well known in the community for his assignment as a School Resource Officer. Cpl Hignite helped build what is now the Law Academy at SHS and taught Criminal Justice Classes the first 9 years of the program. The last 6 years of Cpl Hignite's career has been serving students and staff at JO Kelly Middle School and Childer's Knapp Elementary where he will deeply be missed.
We wish both of you the best in your next chapters and greatly appreciate your service to the Springdale Community.
Think driving yourself home after drinking is cheaper? Think again!
Average rideshare 💰? $25
Average DUI 💰? $10,000
The choice is simple — if you’ve been drinking, call a sober friend 🚗, rideshare 🚘, or taxi 🚖 to get you home safely. #BuzzedDriving is drunk driving.
As we approach the 4th of July and fireworks are being purchased and discharged; we would like to visit the ordinance before we become unintended guests to your family display. Have a happy and safe 4th.
https://www.springdalear.gov/o/sfd/page/fireworks-rules-and-regulations
We are now accepting applications. Come join our team!!
It maybe the first day of summer but it's also Who are We Wednesday. We need assistance identifying the subjects or vehicles in the following photos regarding incidents that have occurred within our city. Please call our CID at 750-8139 or call/text our tipline at 479-317-0158
As Rodeo of the Ozarks events begin; Rodeo of the Ozarks Parade tomorrow at 10 am (downtown Emma) and the Rodeo from 6/21-6/24 expect delays around Parsons arena (Emma/Hwy 265). Please be patient or find alternative routes during this week. Turn-back Tuesday photo: Parade 2010
To the Father's: Today is the day we celebrate you. For the sacrifices you make to provide and support your own and others. To this we say:
Come kick it with us. First 25 kids get some PD swag. See you there!!
