Police Department

kelso police car

Mission Statement
To Proudly serve and protect our community with integrity and professionalism while upholding the Constitution of the United States without prejudice or bias.

Core Values
Integrity - Service - Work Ethic

Vision
In an ever-changing landscape, we will prepare for the unseen. We will remain fair and impartial in the service of our community. We will continue to invest in the people of our ogranization to meet challenges we face. We will work hard to maintain the culture of our organziation and value our differences that make us great.

In case of emergency or crimes in progress, call 911.
For information or to report crimes other than those listed below, call the Police Non-Emergency Number of 360-423-1270.

PUBLIC RECORDS REQUESTS

We take public records requests in all formats, such as in person at 201 S Pacific Ave, via phone or through email at kpdrecords@kelso.gov. Please reference the master fee schedule on the city's home page to see what charges are associated with public records requests. Payment is due before release of records.

CITIZEN CRIME REPORT INFORMATION

Citizens, residents and business people in Kelso, WA may mail a Citizen Crime Report for only a limited number of purposes.

You may mail a Citizen Crime Report to report misdemeanor vandalism when vandalism is not a result of attempted burglary or theft. Misdemeanor vandalism is damaging or destroying property under $750 in value.
You may mail a Citizen Crime Report to report petty theft. Petty theft is theft of property under $750 in value.

CITIZEN ADDITIONAL/SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION REPORT INFORMATION

Citizens, residents, and business people in Kelso, WA may mail a Citizen Additional/Supplemental Information Report for only a limited number of purposes.

Use a Citizen Additional/Supplemental Information Report to report additional items for which there is insufficient room on the Citizen Crime Report.
After you have submitted a Citizen Crime Report, use a Citizen Additional/Supplemental Information Report to report additional information or additional lost or stolen items. After downloading and completing a Citizen Crime Report or Citizen Additional/Supplemental Information Report, mail the Report to the Kelso Police Department.
Mailing a Citizen Crime Report or a Citizen Additional/Supplemental Information Report will not result in a police response.