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.
The Waverly Department of Public Safety-Police and Fire is accepting applications for the position of Public Safety Officer (Police Officer). The Department of Public Safety is a 24 hour full service Police and Fire Department. Because of the unique mission of the department, Public Safety Officers are required to perform both law enforcement and firefighting duties. All Public Safety Officers are required to complete the Basic Police Academy and Basic Fire Academy. ...
News Release
September 1, 2016
The Waverly Police Department responded to a call of gunshots being fired on Parkwood Drive in Waverly on August 31, 2016, at approximately 8 p.m. Responding officers found two female victims who had been violently assaulted by suspect Stephen Jerese Turner, 28, of Waverly. They were treated for their injuries at Three Rivers Hospital and released. Turner is the ex-boyfriend of one of the victims and the victim had an active order of protection...
Chief Grant Gillespie has announced the promotion of Officer Chris Taylor to the rank of Sergeant. Sgt. Taylor is a 4 year veteran of the Department and was a supervisor with UPS prior to joining the Waverly Dept. of Public Safety. He has also been a Field Training Officer, responsible for training newly hired Police Officers and Firefighters. He will assume his role as the night shift supervisor beginning June 12.
The Waverly Police Department is requesting any information regarding the burglary of Waverly Lumber Company located on Highway 70 East. Between the dates of January 19th and February 1st, someone entered Waverly Lumber Company and took several items. Items include miscellaneous power tools, plumbing supplies, paint, stains and electrical supplies. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Fortner or Sergeant Hubbs at the Waverly Police Department (931-296-4300) or Humphreys County...
The Waverly Police Department has received several reports of check scams in the area. The scams come in several forms, but usually involve the victim receiving an unsolicited check informing them they have won a lottery, sweepstakes or other prize. The victim is often asked to cash or deposit the check and then send the scammers some or all of the cash. The check will not clear the bank and the victim is left responsible for the insufficient funds, including what was sent...
