Public Safety

Welcome to the Excelsior Citizen’s Public Safety Page, your source for stories, updates, and insights into the exceptional individuals and agencies dedicated to keeping our small rural community safe. Here, we bring you a collection of compelling stories, updates, and insights about our local law enforcement, fire department, and emergency medical services (EMS). We believe that a well-informed community is a stronger and safer community. The Public Safety Page is designed to empower you with knowledge, foster trust, and encourage cooperation between residents and our public safety personnel. Together, we can work towards a secure and resilient Excelsior Springs.

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Lawson Man Dies in Three-Vehicle Crash East of Excelsior Springs

Last Updated on May 30, 2023 by S Jason Cole A fatal crash involving three vehicles occurred on Route M, just north of Clevenger Road …

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Joint Operation in Excelsior Springs Leads to Multiple Arrests

Last Updated on May 21, 2023 by S Jason Cole Excelsior Springs, May 20, 2023 – If you noticed an increase in police activity in …

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Car Accident in Excelsior Springs Sends One to Hospital

Last Updated on May 21, 2023 by Excelsior Citizen The Missouri Highway Patrol is providing the following details regarding a recent traffic incident that occurred …

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Tragic Fatality Occurs as Pedestrian Struck by Train in Excelsior Springs

At approximately 11:59 am, a man tragically lost his life after being struck by a train near the railway crossing on South McCleary Road just south of the Walmart in Excelsior Springs.

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Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, and Sheriffs’ Reports for May 19, 2023

Last Updated on May 21, 2023 by S Jason Cole Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay …

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Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, and Sheriffs’ Reports for May 12, 2023

Last Updated on May 14, 2023 by S Jason Cole Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay …

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Alleged Kidnapper and Rapist Timothy Haslett Jr. Transferred to Johnson County Detention Center

Last Updated on May 9, 2023 by S Jason Cole Timothy Haslett Jr., the suspect in a rape, kidnapping, and sexual abuse case, was transferred …

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Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, and Sheriffs’ Reports for May 5, 2023

Last Updated on May 13, 2023 by S Jason Cole Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay …

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Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, and Sheriffs’ Reports For April 27, 2023

Last Updated on April 27, 2023 by S Jason Cole Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay …

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Excelsior Springs Man Dies in Fatal Car Crash on O Highway

Last Updated on April 23, 2023 by S Jason Cole A fatal car crash occurred on Saturday, April 22, 2023, at around 5:05 PM, claiming …

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Clay County Sheriff’s Office Releases 2022 Annual Report

Last Updated on April 23, 2023 by S Jason Cole The Clay County Sheriff’s Office has made public its 2022 annual report, which has highlighted …

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Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, and Sheriffs’ Reports For April 20, 2023

Last Updated on April 21, 2023 by S Jason Cole Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay …

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Excelsior Springs Man Arrested on Charges of Statutory Sodomy and Child Molestation

Last Updated on April 19, 2023 by S Jason Cole Excelsior Springs Police arrested Gary Dean Tackett Jr. on charges related to the sexual assault …

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Cornerstone Elementary Opens Doors as Excelsior Springs’ First Public Storm Shelter

Last Updated on April 16, 2023 by S Jason Cole The Excelsior Springs School District has opened its doors to the public with a new …

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Excelsior Springs Police, Fire, EMS, and Sheriffs’ Reports For April 14, 2023

Last Updated on April 16, 2023 by S Jason Cole Police blotter, Fire Calls, and EMS Runs for Excelsior Springs, Missouri, as well as Clay …

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78-Year-Old Excelsior Springs Man Seriously Injured in Motorcycle Crash

Last Updated on April 19, 2023 by S Jason Cole A motorcycle crash occurred on Easter Sunday, April 9th, around 2:11 PM in Ray County …

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Fire Department Secures $80K in Grants for New Gear

Last Updated on April 9, 2023 by S Jason Cole The Excelsior Springs Fire Department has announced it will be receiving two American Rescue Plan …

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Local Retailers Collaborate in Free Training to Keep Youth Safe and Healthy

Last Updated on April 8, 2023 by Courtney Cole Responsible retailers in the community are joining forces to prevent substance use among youth by attending …

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