Ottawa, Kansas PD

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Saturday is a busy day at Legacy Square. Parking is restricted starting early Saturday morning for Treasures in Ottawa all day and then closed that evening for a private event. Please remove all vehicles prior to 6 a.m. Saturday morning. There is plenty of nearby parking.

[Ottawa, Kansas PD @ottawapd]

Saturday is a busy day at Legacy Square. Parking is restricted starting early Saturday morning for Treasures in Ottawa all day and then closed that evening for a private event. Please remove all vehicles prior to 6 a.m. Saturday morning. There is plenty of nearby parking.

[Ottawa, Kansas PD @ottawapd]

Please welcome #TeamOPD's newest Police Officers. Both will attend KLETC for 14 weeks to become certified police officers. Thanks for choosing Ottawa and congratulations!

[Ottawa, Kansas PD @ottawapd]

Saturday is a busy day at Legacy Square. Parking is restricted starting early Saturday morning for Treasures in Ottawa all day and then closed that evening for a private event. Please remove all vehicles prior to 6 a.m. Saturday morning. There is plenty of nearby parking.

[Ottawa, Kansas PD @ottawapd]

Please welcome our 2026 Summer Interns who will work alongside officers and professional staff learning to provide essential services to the community. This talented team represents Ottawa University and the The University of Kansas Criminal Justice Department.

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KLETR is here! Thanks for lining Main Street as the athletes were the First to Carry the Torch through Downtown Ottawa. Officers will carry the torch to BETO Junction and meet officers from Lyon County to end our section. Torch arrives in Wichita this weekend for summer games.

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Persistent rainfall may cause minor flooding is areas prone to high water. Ottawa is in a Flood Warning until 1 am.

Remember-Turn Around, Don’t Drown. Keep a close eye on the severe weather risk this evening. #kswx

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Come out and support the athletes and a great cause!

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On this national day of remembrance we say thanks to those who gave all. Take a moment to reflect on the cost of freedom, and honor those who laid down their lives so we can enjoy the freedom and liberties provided by their sacrifice. #NeverForget

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Not cool! Illegal trash dumping near the free City of Ottawa brush drop off jeopardizes that service for our community.

Please do not litter! Officers will be contacting the people associated with this pile. Smile, might be on camera!😎

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Registration is now open for the 2026 Teen Safety Academy-a week of law enforcement experiences and learning. Spots are limited so register soon! It's free; it's fun, and you get to hang out with Ottawa's Finest!

https://t.co/cqU2fyj1Ly

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The Ottawa Police Department is asking for the public's assistance to idenify the individual pictured in this post. He was invvoled in an incident on May 14th, 2026 in Ottawa. Please submit tips at https://t.co/jcsSSLSwfS
or via email at [email protected]

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As you start summer travel please slow down, buckle up and put the phone down. If you drink, designate a driver.

#TeamOPD is participating in the state-wide Click It or Ticket Traffic Safety Campaign through June 1. #ClickItorTicket #BuckleUP

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Yesterday our SRO did some “speed checks” during field day events at Lincoln Elementary! What a fun day for kiddos!

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Thank you to Ad Astra Advocacy Center for the Police Week snack bags! We appreciate you!

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At their May 13, 2026, meeting, the City Commission formally designated May 10-16 as Police Week in the City of Ottawa, Kansas, and publicly saluted the service of law enforcement officers in our community and in communities across the nation. #OttawaKS #PoliceWeek

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Today we honor our fallen. Captain Robert C. Cowdin. End of Watch July 7, 1963. #NeverForget

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Thanks to our community for supporting us during National Police Week! We’re thankful you have our backs!

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The riders have arrived in Washington D.C. to kick off National Police Week. Join us Wednesday at the City Commission meeting to hear the proclamation recognizing this week as National Police Week in Ottawa.

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Happy Mother’s Day to all our moms! We hope your day is filled with love and kindness.