The Wentzville Police Department, led by Chief Paul West and Assistant Chief Major Leon Burton, has 84 commissioned officers and 22 full-time support staff. Major Burton oversees Support Services, Field Operations, and Professional Standards, with Captains Borroum and Pyatt commanding Field Operations and Support Services, respectively. To learn more, visit the About Us page. 

Guiding Principles

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Mission Focused

We will prioritize the mission of the Police Department through problem-solving and public service.

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Team Centered

We will value the contributions of each member of the Police Department team and emphasize collective success.

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Safety Conscious

We will ensure the safety of the public and our employees through policy and practice.

Location

Law Enforcement Center
1019 Schroeder Creek Blvd.
Wentzville, MO 63385

Contact Us

Emergency: 9-1-1
Dispatch Non-Emergency line: (636) 327-5105

Records: (636) 639-2113
Booking: (636) 639-2108
Main Fax: (636) 327-5896
General Email: Police@wentzvillemo.gov

For Court questions,
please call (636) 639-2193 or visit the Municipal Court web page.

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Please join us in congratulating Officer Brock and Reents on their five-year anniversary and Officer Putnam on his 20-year anniversary with the Wentzville Police Department.

Officer Brock has served the Wentzville Police Department for five years and is also an active reservist for the United States Army National Guard, serving as a Sergeant and military police officer. In his five years of service to the WPD Officer Brock has always made himself available to support the mission. He volunteered to work in communications as a dispatcher when they were short-handed. He was also recognized for his hard work and investigative skills while assisting the detective bureau. All while working in the patrol division, he is a certified drone pilot and defensive tactics instructor. We appreciate his dedication to duty and service

Officer Reents has served the Wentzville Police Department for five years. During his time with the WPD, Officer Reents has supported the mission of the department through his professionalism, dedication and specialized training. In addition to his patrol responsibilities, he has served as a certified crash reconstructionist, phlebotomist, drug recognition expert and CPR instructor. His commitment to developing his skills and supporting public safety has positively impacted both our department and the community we serve.

Officer Putnam has served the Wentzville Police Department for 20 years and is also a United States Army veteran. During his career at the WPD he served nine years in patrol, eight years in traffic, eight years in the motor unit, and six years as an accident reconstructionist. For the last three years, Officer Putnam has served as a school resource officer providing a safe learning environment for Holt High Schools students and staff. We appreciate his dedication to duty and service.

Congratulations Officer Brock, Officer Reents and Officer Putnam, thank you for your continued service.
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Please join us in congratulating Officer Brock and Reents on their five-year anniversary and Officer Putnam on his 20-year anniversary with the Wentzville Police Department.

Officer Brock has served the Wentzville Police Department for five years and is also an active reservist for the United States Army National Guard, serving as a Sergeant and military police officer. In his five years of service to the WPD Officer Brock has always made himself available to support the mission. He volunteered to work in communications as a dispatcher when they were short-handed. He was also recognized for his hard work and investigative skills while assisting the detective bureau. All while working in the patrol division, he is a certified drone pilot and defensive tactics instructor. We appreciate his dedication to duty and service

Officer Reents has served the Wentzville Police Department for five years. During his time with the WPD, Officer Reents has supported the mission of the department through his professionalism, dedication and specialized training. In addition to his patrol responsibilities, he has served as a certified crash reconstructionist, phlebotomist, drug recognition expert and CPR instructor. His commitment to developing his skills and supporting public safety has positively impacted both our department and the community we serve.

Officer Putnam has served the Wentzville Police Department for 20 years and is also a United States Army veteran. During his career at the WPD he served nine years in patrol, eight years in traffic, eight years in the motor unit, and six years as an accident reconstructionist. For the last three years, Officer Putnam has served as a school resource officer providing a safe learning environment for Holt High School's students and staff. We appreciate his dedication to duty and service.

Congratulations Officer Brock, Officer Reents and Officer Putnam, thank you for your continued service.
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12 CommentsComment on Facebook

Congratulations! Thank you for your commitment and service to our great community and our country, gentlemen!!

Congratulations to all !

Congratulations! Thank you for your service and prayers for your safety!

Thank you both officers for all you do for us.

CONGRATULATIONS Officers Brock, Reents, and Putnam!!!!

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Congratulations Officer Brock, Officer Reents, Officer Putnam for your service.

Congratulations to all officers. I hope y’all have a great day today and God bless yall

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Know before you ride!

As more people take advantage of warmer weather, we’re seeing more bicycles, scooters, e-Bikes and other motorized devices on our streets, sidewalks and trails. To keep everyone safe, the City of Wentzville has updated its riding regulations to reflect the way people are getting around today.

These updates create clearer guidelines for where different devices can be used, especially as newer, faster options become more common. The goal is simple: reduce confusion, prevent accidents and make sure everyone (including riders, drivers and pedestrians) can safely share our public spaces.

A full list of guidelines and FAQs is coming soon to your mailbox in The Vision and on our website at www.wentzvillemo.gov/KnowBeforeYouRide.

Know before you ride!

As more people take advantage of warmer weather, we’re seeing more bicycles, scooters, e-Bikes and other motorized devices on our streets, sidewalks and trails. To keep everyone safe, the City of Wentzville has updated its riding regulations to reflect the way people are getting around today.

These updates create clearer guidelines for where different devices can be used, especially as newer, faster options become more common. The goal is simple: reduce confusion, prevent accidents and make sure everyone (including riders, drivers and pedestrians) can safely share our public spaces.

A full list of guidelines and FAQs is coming soon to your mailbox in The Vision and on our website at .
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Sorry for the inconvenience the link is working now, thank you. www.wentzvillemo.gov/KnowBeforeYouRide

Funny the link doesn't work. Guess we won't know before we go.

And how is this going to reduce accidents when it's not enforced? And what i read it's the same old BS and nothing got changed. Ridiculous. Mini bikes are allowed on streets, everyday Big guy in a go cart jeep with a 1 to 2 year old not buckled in racing on Michael Ave, and cheryl ann. Turned in many times and nothing. Lmfao. A joke

Happy Friday, May 15 Wentzville!

Here are all the calls we responded to over the last week. Be safe and have a great weekend!
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2 days ago

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Thank you!

Stay safe

Good job but these reports seem to be getting longer and longer

Good job !

Good work, stay cool, stay safe

Thank you. Stay safe.

Thank you. Stay safe

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Big thanks to Impact Strategies the contractor for the new BJC Children’s Hospital that is under construction in Wentzville.

We appreciate your support and delicious BBQ to keep officers fueled up on patrol.

Thanks again!
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Big thanks to Impact Strategies the contractor for the new BJC Children’s Hospital that is under construction in Wentzville.

We appreciate your support and delicious BBQ to keep officers fueled up on patrol.

Thanks again!
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3 days ago
On Tuesday, May 12 we hosted week 6 of the Wentzville Police Department Citizens Police Academy Class of 2026.

This week’s Citizens Police Academy session featured a trip to the range for one of the favorite sessions—firearms training. Led by members of our Firearms Unit, the evening began with a safety briefing and an introduction to our duty weapon platforms. Participants then moved to the firing line for hands-on instruction. With a wide variety of experience levels in the group, our instructors provided individual coaching throughout the night. Several participants showed natural skill, consistently hitting their targets with accuracy. 

Beyond target practice with our duty pistol at the range, they also learned about and shot our duty rifle and less-lethal shotgun. We discussed law enforcement use-of-force considerations and finished with a tour of the tactical training house. As always, safety was our top priority—and this class delivered both a great learning experience and a fun night.

Thank you to everyone who attended to continue learning more about the Wentzville Police Department. We’re looking forward to Week 7!
#WentzvillePD
#WPDCPA

On Tuesday, May 12 we hosted week 6 of the Wentzville Police Department Citizens Police Academy Class of 2026.

This week’s Citizens Police Academy session featured a trip to the range for one of the favorite sessions—firearms training. Led by members of our Firearms Unit, the evening began with a safety briefing and an introduction to our duty weapon platforms. Participants then moved to the firing line for hands-on instruction. With a wide variety of experience levels in the group, our instructors provided individual coaching throughout the night. Several participants showed natural skill, consistently hitting their targets with accuracy.

Beyond target practice with our duty pistol at the range, they also learned about and shot our duty rifle and less-lethal shotgun. We discussed law enforcement use-of-force considerations and finished with a tour of the tactical training house. As always, safety was our top priority—and this class delivered both a great learning experience and a fun night.

Thank you to everyone who attended to continue learning more about the Wentzville Police Department. We’re looking forward to Week 7!
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4 days ago