New Madrid Police Department

During the evening hours of April 16th, officers served a residential search warrant in New Madrid. As a result of the search, a total of over one half pound of suspected methamphetamine, four handguns, and other items were discovered. Two people were arrested. The New Madrid Police Department would like to thank the New Madrid County Sheriff's Department and the Missouri State Highway Patrol for their assistance.

Beginning in the early 1980's, the National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is recognized each year to bring attention to those who are truly the first to answer the call in an emergency. If you've ever called 9-1-1, you likely spoke to a Public Safety Telecommunicator, or Dispatcher. The ladies and gentlemen that fill these positions do so with a full understanding of the tremendous stress and immense pressure that will be put on their shoulders. Nearly every call th...at comes through 9-1-1 has someone having the worst day of their life on the other end and that person is depending on the Dispatcher to get them the help they desperately need. The job of the Dispatcher isn't just answering a phone or sending an ambulance. The Dispatcher has to be the voice of calm during a whirlwind of emotions. The Dispatcher has to manage and direct countless emergency responders while simultaneously obtaining critical information from the clouded mind of a caller. The job of a dispatcher is assuring all necessary units are responding to the deadly vehicle crash, while at the same time, apologize to a caller that the power is out and assure them it will be back on shortly. You see pictures and videos reminding you to say "thank you" to so many types of people, but rarely do you see anything asking you to say thanks to a Dispatcher. That is because Dispatchers have a mostly thankless job. This doesn't stop them, however, from putting on the headset and doing the job anyway. Those of us at the New Madrid Police Department are proud of and grateful for our dedicated team of Dispatchers. Please join us in saying Thank You!

Multiple vehicle crashes along I-55 between Marston and New Madrid. Please avoid the area.

The National Weather Service is predicting up to 1/2 of ice for the area from late tonight through early Thursday. Now is the time to be sure you have enough supplies to get through a few days of bad weather, with slick roads and power outages being a strong possibility.

***THE JUVENILE IN THE PHOTOS HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED*** Several reports have been taken today about prowlers on the night of February 3rd. Most of the activity has been centered around the area of St Lawrence and the area of St Christopher. If you see anyone suspicious walking in the area, please contact the police department at (573)748-5901.

*JOB OPENING* The New Madrid Police Department is currently accepting applications for the full-time position of Emergency Communications Dispatcher. Qualifications: ... At least 18 years of age High school diploma or equivalent Ability to record names and number accurately and rapidly Ability to speak the English language quickly and concisely Preferred Skills/Abilities: Ability to type 40 WPM Experience with Microsoft Office and Windows operating system Basic navigation and ability to read a map/give directions MULES certification Benefits: Paid vacation and sick leave Paid medical, dental, and vision insurance LAGERS retirement Applications are available at City Hall, 560 Mott Street, New Madrid, MO 63869, 7 am-6 pm Mon-Fri or online at www.new-madrid.mo.us. All applications must be turned in by hand to either the New Madrid Police Department (342 US Highway 61, New Madrid, MO 63869) or New Madrid City Hall. Applications submitted through Facebook will not be reviewed or considered. Contact Chief Joey Higgerson at 573-748-5901. The City of New Madrid is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

*UPDATE* Gray was arrested in the early hours of 01/16/2021. He was hiding in a truck stop parking lot when he was arrested by NMCO deputies, Charleston Police ...Officers and MSCO deputies. We would like to thank them for their assistance. *FELON FRIDAY* We’re asking for help locating Michael Gray. He currently has two active felony warrants. One through New Madrid County for Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Receiving Stolen Property. The second is through Dunklin County for Unlawful Possession of a firearm and Stealing. If you have any information on the location of Gray, please contact our office at 573-748-2516 or communications at 573-748-6227. Do not approach or attempt to apprehend this subject, he is considered armed and dangerous.

New Madrid County is asking for help to locate Adam Heath Mainord. Mainord has a felony warrant through Probation and Parole for parole violation with no bond. ...Anyone with information please contact New Madrid County Sheriff’s Office at 573-748-2516 or New Madrid Communications after hours at 573-748-6227. See more