Columbus Police Department
Mission Statement
“The Mission of the Columbus Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in the City of Columbus by working cooperatively with citizenry to enforce the laws, preserve the peace, reduce fear and provide for a safe environment in a way which strikes the optimum balance between the collective interests of all citizens and the personal rights of all individuals, while displaying no partiality to social or political influences.”
Alerts
There currently are no active alerts.
Staff
The Columbus Police Department is currently staffed by nine fulltime Law Enforcement Officers, three part-time Law Enforcement Officers, with one of the part-time officers also serving as the Chaplain. There is also one full-time Animal Control Officer and a full-time Municipal City Court Clerk.
Reporting Crimes
For emergencies call 911. Our office number is 620-429-1332. We are open to the public Monday thru Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. If no one answers or you call after normal business hours, please call 620-429-3992, and a dispatcher will make sure an officer is dispatched to assist you.
Crime Tip
To report criminal activity or suspicious circumstances anonymously you can email the Columbus Police Department here.
Faqs
How do I report an Animal Control Issue?
How do I report or find out about a Code Enforcement violation?
What do I need for a VIN Inspection?
You will need to bring the vehicle, the out of state title and a driver’s license. The fee for the inspection is $20.00. A vehicle inspection can be performed during our normal business hours, Monday thru Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, excluding holidays and weekends.
I missed my court date. Do I have a warrant out for my arrest, what do I do?
How do I find out if someone is a registered offender?
Police Chief
Jason Daniels
Email Police Department
Police Department
300 E Maple St
Columbus, KS 66725
Phone: (620) 429-1332
Emergency: 911
Business Hours
Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Reporting Crimes
For emergencies call 911. Our office number is 620-429-1332. We are open to the public Monday thru Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. If no one answers or you call after normal business hours, please call 620-429-3992, and a dispatcher will make sure an officer is dispatched to assist you.
Crime Tip
To report criminal activity or suspicious circumstances anonymously you can email the Columbus Police Department here.
Faqs
How do I report an Animal Control Issue?
How do I report or find out about a Code Enforcement violation?
What do I need for a VIN Inspection?
You will need to bring the vehicle, the out of state title and a driver’s license. The fee for the inspection is $20.00. A vehicle inspection can be performed during our normal business hours, Monday thru Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, excluding holidays and weekends.