If you are a victim or witness to a crime or you would like to report suspicious activity, please dial 911 for emergencies or call (573) 624-5512 for non-emergency situations.

Emergency Services
E-911 Service made their live cut-over on October 10, 1995, enabling the 911 services to be accessed throughout Stoddard County. Stoddard County’s 911 Emergency Telephone System is to provide an immediate response of police, fire, or medical personnel for emergency occurrences. To accomplish this, it is imperative that the calls received on 911 lines be restricted to those situations that require immediate dispatching of Police, Paramedic, or Fire Department personnel.

To contact the Missouri State Highway Patrol please call 573-751-3313 or for emergencies dial 911

Mission Statement
The Dexter Police Department embraces the philosophy of policing by encompassing two distinct strategies; aggressive no-nonsense street policing designed to impact low-level crime; and community partnerships with businesses, neighborhoods, schools and churches. The Dexter Police Department is involved in many partnerships within our community ranging from school programs to community watch programs. These programs not only provide a mechanism for keeping our community informed and safe, but also permits us to work with our community in problem solving and community service. We have renewed our challenge to address crime problems within our community with an attitude of professionalism, commitment, and a sincere spirit of cooperation.

Police Department Careers
If you are interested in a career with the Dexter Police Department Applicants should print and fill out both the release form and employment application located also on this page. All applications must be turned in to the Police Department. You can also follow Dexter Police Department on Facebook for important updates and job opportunities.