The Lee's Summit Police Department released a new video to help residents reduce their chances of being the victim of theft. The new video is part of a year-long S.N.A.P. (Secured Neighborhoods and Property) initiative that aims to reduce preventable crime for residents and business owners. By following simple tenants, residents can greatly reduce their exposure to crime.
Visit the Crime Prevention webpage for more information on the SNAP initiative and crime prevention technology including cameras and lighting.
The Lee’s Summit Police Department is taking steps to address substance use disorders within the community with the Safe Passage program. The program is aimed at providing access to recovery services for individuals seeking treatment for a substance use disorder. This groundbreaking program is a significant shift in law enforcement’s approach to substance use issues and reflects the Lee’s Summit Police Department’s commitment to community well-being and a compassionate response to the challenges of substance use.
Safe Passage is a partnership between the Lee’s Summit Police Department, ReDiscover, Heartland Center for Behavioral Change and the American Addiction Center, and ensures those struggling with a drug or alcohol issue can receive immediate care and treatment.
Participation in Safe Passage is voluntary and begins when an individual enters...
Lee’s Summit, MO – On Monday, 1/23/2023 at approximately 3:30 a.m. officers were dispatched to the 900 block of NE Bristol Drive on the report of a domestic disturbance inside a residence. As officers arrived on scene, they quickly learned that a male suspect inside the house had fired multiple shots from a handgun during the disturbance. Officers quickly evacuated the two remaining persons from the scene and set a perimeter around the incident. Tactical officers and vehicles were called to the scene to negotiate with the man and resolve the situation. Officers used drones and robots to enter the residence and search for the suspect after he refused to speak with negotiators on the phone. Eventually, chemical irritants were deployed to the interior of the house and the robot was once again used to search interior of the home. When the...
On January 6th, 2023, plain clothes officers with our Crime Reduction Team were working in one of our shopping centers to apprehend shoplifters. As the officers were coordinating their efforts with one of the businesses, they were alerted to a suspect that was walking out of the store with a large amount of merchandise. Our officers detained the suspect and began their investigation. The investigation would reveal that the suspect had fled the store with approximately $6500 worth of clothing, electronics, jewelry and cologne; the suspect also showed up that day in a vehicle that was listed as stolen out of Kansas City, MO. A search of the stolen car would reveal additional stolen items from other retailers and one item that stood out; a large, silver trophy. The engraving on the trophy revealed that it belonged to the late Len Dawson, it was presented to him for his years of...
Chief Travis Forbes is pleased to announce the promotion of Sergeant Scott Liles to the rank of Captain. Captain Liles has been with the LSPD since 1995 and served in a variety of roles within the department. Captain Liles position was made possible through funds approved by the voters via the Public Safety Sales Tax. Congratulations to Captain Liles!
