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Police Department
The Basehor Police Department consists of an Administration Department, Investigations, Patrol, and Animal Control. The Chief is responsible for overseeing the functions of staff, Municipal Court, budget preparation, and long-range planning.
Police Services
In case of an emergency call 911.
For non-emergency issues, animal control, after hours or on a weekend, Basehor Police Department officers can be contacted at:
Leavenworth County Dispatch
Phone: 913-682-5724
Patrol Services
The Basehor Police Department provides patrol services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. The primary duties for officers on patrol include neighborhood crime prevention, business, and residential checks, traffic control, and a variety of other tasks.
The officers at all levels of the department partner with citizens from the private and public sectors to enhance the safety and security of all Basehor residents commonly referred to as community policing. Through this partnership, Basehor residents enjoy a high level of protection and a feeling of cooperation.
Investigations
The Investigations Division is responsible for criminal investigations. The detective searches, preserves, and collects evidence, investigates, interviews victims, witnesses, and potential suspects. Additionally, the detective photographs, fingerprints, and performs other tasks at the crime scene as necessary, as well as prepares and delivers the cases to the prosecuting attorney for court action.
Crime Tips
If you should see, hear or obtain information regarding a crime, suspicious activity, or other police-related concerns, please contact the police department by email or call 913-724-3397.
Vacation Watch
The Police Department offers residents an opportunity to have their homes checked by police patrol when residents are away from their homes for a long period of time. To submit a request, please complete the Vacation Watch Request Form linked below and email it to policeclerk@basehorpolice.org or submit it in person at the Basehor Police Department during normal business hours.
Animal Tags
Per city ordinance, all cats and dogs must be registered yearly. The owner must provide proof of rabies vaccination and pay the fee of $5 per animal. Check and money orders only, no cash or credit/debit cards accepted. The City also has regulations that dictate how many animals are allowed per household, leash laws, etc. For more information, visit the Animal Control page.
Complaints
To file a complaint against Police Personnel for the Basehor Police Department, please complete the Complaint Form linked below, and email it to policeclerk@basehorpolice.org. These forms are available at the Basehor Police Department during normal business hours and can be submitted in person. For additional information or questions regarding this matter, please email policeclerk@basehorpolice.org or call 913-724-3397.