“We are committed to the mission of our department and conduct ourselves toward a goal of excellence and with dedication to the community we serve.”

Chief Grant Gillespie

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Waverly Police

Welcome to the Waverly Police Department, a dedicated 24-hour, full-service police agency committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the vibrant community we serve, encompassing approximately 4,250 residents. Our team of 13 devoted, full-time Police (Public Safety) Officers is committed to upholding the highest standards of law enforcement.

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Home Fire Safety

In your home…

Have working smoke alarms installed on every level of your home, test them monthly and keep them clean and equipped with fresh batteries at all times. Know when and how to call for help. And remember to practice your home escape plan!

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Latest News

Local Man Indicted for Sexual Exploitation of a Minor

Press ReleaseFebruary 3, 2026 James Tyler Dabbs, 33, of Waverly was indicted on Monday by a Humphreys County Grand Jury for 68 counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor. This follows an investigation by the Waverly Police Department after multiple explicit images and videos were found during a search warrant of Dabbs’ electronic devices. Dabbs […]

Citizens Police Academy Session 14 Announced

January 14, 2026 Citizens Police Academy Session 14 Announced Session 14 of the Citizen’s Police Academy (CPA) is set to begin Monday, February 2, 2026, at 6pm. Chief Grant Gillespie and officers from the Waverly Police Department will conduct the program. Classes are approximately three hours in length and are held every Monday night through […]

Now Hiring

September 5, 2025 The Waverly Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer/Public Safety Officer. The City of Waverly offers a competitive pay and benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, vacation, and sick leave. Retirement is offered through TCRS (Pension based plan) and an optional 401k. The current pay […]

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Waverly Explosion February 24, 1978

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