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 Police Department wants to caution residents about home improvement scams that recently occurred to at least two city residents. On March 23, a local homeowner reported that two men offered to put roof sealer on her roof. They agreed upon a price and after the work was done, they attempted to overcharge the resident. They also damaged a vehicle parked near the home. Johnny Lovell, Jr. (27) from Lebanon, and a 17 year old juvenile from Antioch were charged with Unlawful Actions by...
The Department of Public Safety has released its Annual Report for 2011. The report is an overview of WDPS and includes information about personnel, programs, equipment, and statistics. Although the report is extensive, it is merely a summary of key information and events from throughout 2011.
The report is available on-line at www.waverlypublicsafety.com in pdf format.
The Waverly Police Department regrets to announce that our canine, Axle, died this morning from complications of a heart condition. Axle, who was 9 years old, began his service with the Department in 2004. He was certified in narcotics detection and criminal apprehension and tracking. His handler was Officer David Ross.
“We are saddened by the loss of Axle, and our thoughts are with Officer Ross and his family. Axle was a valued member of our department, and it is especially difficult...
Each year, the members of the Fire Department vote for a Firefighter of the Year. The award is taken seriously and is given to the member who best represents what we believe are the values of our organization. The award is sponsored by Volunteer Ready Mix in Waverly.
The 2011 Firefighter of the Year is Firefighter Chris Browning. Browning has served as a Firefighter since 2007. He has helped with numerous special projects at the Fire Department, and this year joined the...
The Waverly Police Department is requesting your help in locating a Burglary suspect.
On Wednesday December 2, 2011 at about 8:30 PM a white female described as short with brown hair was seen leaving the scene of a burglary on East Main Street near Fairground Drive in Waverly. Her vehicle was described as dark in color and may be a newer Nissan car. Antique tables, silverware, china dishes, a mink coat, and electronics were taken. Entry was made by breaking the glass window of three...
