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City of Wentzville
Police Department
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.
We will prioritize the mission of the Police Department through problem-solving and public service.
We will value the contributions of each member of the Police Department team and emphasize collective success.
We will ensure the safety of the public and our employees through policy and practice.
Law Enforcement Center
1019 Schroeder Creek Blvd.
Wentzville, MO 63385
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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1019 Schroeder Creek Blvd.
Wentzville, MO 63385
Emergency: 9-1-1
Dispatch Non-Emergency line: (636) 327-5105
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Today's message highlights Cyberbullying — a reminder that written words carry power.
Please take a moment to review the resources below to learn how to identify, understand and prevent cyberbullying. Together, we can encourage students to have the #Courage2Report if they are a victim of bullying or if they witness ANY bullying.
We are fortunate to have the very best School Resource Officers in our schools. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to them if you need support.
For more information, explore the Courage2Report program, its resources, and the three simple ways to report bullying — by phone, online or through the mobile app:
Courage2ReportMO.com
StopBullying.gov — What Is Cyberbullying?
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Please join us in congratulating Captain Thurman on his promotion to Captain of the Wentzville Police Department.
Captain Thurman has dedicated 21 years of service to the City of Wentzville, beginning his career as a corrections officer before becoming a police officer. Throughout his career, he has served as a Detective, Sergeant and Lieutenant, gaining extensive experience in Patrol operations, Investigations, Professional Standards and Special Projects. He also served as Deputy Commander of the St. Charles County Regional Drug Task Force.
Captain Thurman holds Bachelor's and Master's degrees in criminal justice, along with a Master of Business Administration. He is also a graduate of the Missouri Police Chiefs Command College, the FBI National Academy and the University of Kansas Certified Public Manager program.
In his new role, Captain Thurman will serve as Commander of Field Operations, overseeing the Patrol, Communications and Corrections divisions. His experience and leadership will be valuable as he guides the personnel responsible for responding to calls for service, supporting emergency communications and maintaining the department's corrections operations.
Outside of work, Captain Thurman enjoys traveling, spending time with his family and supporting his children's sporting events and activities.
We are proud to recognize Captain Thurman for his 21 years of dedicated service and look forward to his continued leadership in this new role.
Congratulations, Captain Thurman!
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Great work! Congrats!
Congrats
Congratulations Dave!
Congrats DW
Congrats again! So proud to call you my friend 😎. Keep up the greatness !!!!
Well done, Captain Thurman!
Comgrats!! Well deserved!
Congrats Dave!!! Well deserved!!
We are so very proud of you! You deserve to be celebrated! We love you!!!
Congratulations from Melissa and Jerry
Congratulations Capt. Thurman!
Congrats Captain!
Congrats, sir!
Great job Dave!!
Congratulations Captain Thurman! A true leader inside a department in desperate need of leadership! You definitely earned it!
Congratulations 🎊
He is the best.
Congratulations, sir 
Congratulations Wentzville’s Finest
Congratulations Captain Thurman!!🎉🎊
Super for you. Be safe out there.
Congratulations !!
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Please join us in congratulating Major Bruns on his promotion to Assistant Police Chief of the Wentzville Police Department.
Major Bruns has dedicated 22 years of service to the City of Wentzville, beginning his career as a corrections officer before transitioning to police officer, where he has served for the past 19 years. Throughout his career, he has held leadership positions across the Patrol, Traffic and Support Services divisions, as well as Professional Standards, Investigations and our School Resource Officer unit.
Major Bruns holds Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Business Administration and is a graduate of the Missouri Police Chiefs Command College, the Southern Police Institute Administrative Officers Course, the FBI National Academy and the University of Kansas Certified Public Manager program. He has also been a longtime instructor and coordinator for our department's training program, helping develop and prepare officers throughout their careers.
As Assistant Police Chief, Major Bruns will serve an important role in guiding department operations, supporting our officers and staff and continuing our commitment to professional service and public safety in Wentzville.
Outside of work, Major Bruns enjoys boating, traveling with his family, tackling DIY projects, coaching and attending his children's sporting events.
We are proud to recognize Major Bruns for his 22 years of dedicated service to the City of Wentzville and look forward to his continued leadership in this new role.
Congratulations, Major Bruns!
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Great job! Congrats!
Congrats, Major Bruns!! There is no one more deserving!!
Congrats Major, you earned it!
Congrats🎉
Well deserved. I remember doing a ride along with him.....
Congratulations!!! Well deserved!!!
Congratulations Major!
Congrats, sir!
Congratulations
Congratulations sir
Way to be Kyle! Congratulations 🙌🏼🖤💙🖤 Excellent choice!
Congratulations Sir, maybe you can devise a joint effort with Foristell and Highway patrol to be vigilant and present on the highway there through the entire immediate construction zone... It's become the Autobahn
CONGRATULATIONS Chief Burns. Thank you for your service and dedication!
Excellent promotion! Congratulations Major Bruns!!!
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ST. CHARLES COUNTY – Crews with the Improve I-70 Warrenton to Wentzville Project will close the westbound Interstate 70 exit ramp (exit 1A) from westbound Interstate 64 at the I-70/I-64/U.S. Route 61 interchange overnight Monday, October 26 and Tuesday, October 27 from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. The southbound Route 61 exit ramp to westbound I-70 also will be closed for short 15-minute durations from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Crews will be setting bridge girders into place for a new westbound I-70 ramp to Route Z. Westbound I-64 traffic wishing to travel west on I-70 will detour to Route A to access westbound I-70. All work is weather permitting.
Motorists are encouraged to pay attention in work zones, drive the posted work zone speed limit, and allow extra time for travel. All work is weather-dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
City of Wentzville MO – GovernmentST. CHARLES COUNTY – Crews with the Improve I-70 Warrenton to Wentzville Project will close the westbound Interstate 70 exit ramp (exit 1A) from westbound Interstate 64 at the I-70/I-64/U.S. Route 61 interchange overnight Monday, October 26 and Tuesday, October 27 from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. The southbound Route 61 exit ramp to westbound I-70 also will be closed for short 15-minute durations from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Crews will be setting bridge girders into place for a new westbound I-70 ramp to Route Z. Westbound I-64 traffic wishing to travel west on I-70 will detour to Route A to access westbound I-70. All work is weather permitting.
Motorists are encouraged to pay attention in work zones, drive the posted work zone speed limit, and allow extra time for travel. All work is weather-dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
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Today's message focuses on helping our peers by remembering to “Always Support Others.”
Bullying impacts everyone. Please take a moment to review the resources linked below to learn more about supporting children on all sides of this issue.
Let’s continue encouraging our students to have the #Courage2Report when they experience or witness ANY form of bullying. Remember, we are fortunate to have the very best School Resource Officers in our schools — never hesitate to reach out to them for help or guidance.
You can also find details on the Courage2Report program, its available resources, and the three simple ways to report bullying — by phone, online or through the mobile app — at the links below:
Courage2ReportMO.com
StopBullying.gov — Support Kids Involved
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