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Stay updated with what’s happening at the Winchester Police Department. Announcements, alerts, press releases, and information about community events will be posted here and on our social media.
Jan 4, 2023
WPD announces promotion of Lt. Joshua Spishak to CaptainWinchester Police Chief Amanda Behan is pleased to announce the promotion of Lieutenant Joshua Spishak to the rank of Captain. “Captain Spishak…
Nov 17, 2022
Winchester Police Department announces two community outreach drivesWINCHESTER, VA – The Winchester Police Department (WPD) will conduct two community outreach projects during the 2022 holiday season. Hat & Glove Drive…
Nov 2, 2022
Charges placed in street racing incident which caused serious injuries to bicyclistA Winchester juvenile was arrested following an accident that occurred on November 1, 2022. At approximately 10:08 pm, Winchester Police Department (WPD)…
Oct 27, 2022
Winchester Police Department to host 5th Color with a Cop eventWINCHESTER, VA – The Winchester Police Department (WPD) will host the fifth installment of its popular children’s event, Color with a Cop, on Tuesday, November…
Oct 24, 2022
Winchester Emergency Communications Center moves forward with modern technologyEffective immediately, the Winchester Emergency Communications Center will be using a new technology, Prepared Live, which allows 911 callers to share a…
Aug 3, 2022
Winchester Police Lieutenant Frank Myrtle promoted to rank of CaptainWinchester Police Chief John Piper is pleased to announce the promotion of Lieutenant Frank Myrtle to the rank of Captain. Captain Myrtle began his law…
Jun 8, 2022
Former Officer charged with sex crimeDetectives with the Winchester Police Department (WPD) Criminal Investigations Division have arrested a former police officer and charged him with three felony…
May 6, 2022
Winchester man arrested for Second Degree Murder following early morning shootingA Winchester man was arrested following the investigation into a homicide that occurred on May 6, 2022. At approximately 1:32 a.m. Winchester Police Department…
May 4, 2022
Police seize $30,000 worth of narcotics, firearm during searchA California man was arrested on April 29, 2022 at approximately 11:00 a.m. after a search of a motel room. The proactive enforcement efforts of officers with…
Apr 18, 2022
Wanted teen hides inside residence for several hoursWINCHESTER, VA – At approximately 2:30 p.m. on April 17, 2022, Winchester Police Department (WPD) responded to the 500 block of Armour Dale Drive in an attempt…