Amory Police Department

10/15/2026

From the office of Chief Bowen:
Our city is no stranger to water rising. We give credit to the Amory Public Works and Amory Mississippi for all the hard work and improvements in the last few years. However, it is always good information to have!! Turn around, don't drown.

🌊 DISASTER PREPAREDNESS WEEK | DAY 4: FLOODING & FLASH FLOODING

Flooding is one of the most common weather hazards, and flash flooding can develop quickly with little warning.

First, know the difference:

🟡 FLOOD WATCH = BE PREPARED
Flooding is possible. Stay weather aware, monitor conditions, and be prepared to move to higher ground if necessary.

🔴 FLOOD WARNING = TAKE ACTION
Flooding is occurring or expected. Follow instructions from local officials and move to a safe location if needed.

🚗 TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN!

Never attempt to drive through a flooded roadway.

🌊 You may not be able to tell how deep the water is.
🛣️ The roadway underneath may be damaged or completely washed away.
🚧 Never drive around barricades. They are there for your safety.

⚠️ Just 6 inches of fast-moving water can knock an adult off their feet, and about 12 inches of moving water can carry away many vehicles.

Keep Wireless Emergency Alerts enabled, monitor trusted weather sources, and have another reliable method—such as a NOAA Weather Radio—to receive warnings if power or cell service is disrupted.

📍 If you live or travel through a flood-prone area, know alternate routes before heavy rain begins.

👉 Never underestimate floodwater. Turn around. Find another route. Share this post.

10/03/2026

Great information

🔐 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and the Mississippi Cyber Unit is sharing tips throughout the month to help Mississippians protect themselves and their families online.

💻 Cyber Tip of the Week: Think before you share!

The small details you post online can reveal more than you realize. From pet names and birthdays to vacation plans, cybercriminals can use seemingly harmless information to target your accounts, guess passwords or create convincing scams.

Take a few seconds before you post, check your privacy settings and remember: when in doubt, don’t share. Your identity and safety are worth the extra caution.

Stay tuned each week for another tip from the Mississippi Cyber Unit! 🛡️

09/29/2026

On September 10, 2026, agents with the North Mississippi Narcotics Unit, along with officers from the Amory Police Department and Fulton Police Department, executed a search warrant at Smoky 3 V**e & Cell Phone Repair, located at 505 South Main Street in Amory.

During the search, agents recovered suspected illegal narcotics that were allegedly packaged in a manner consistent with distribution.

This investigation remains ongoing, and more information will be released at a later time. We appreciate the citizens that took time to call or send tips in making us aware of the illegal items being sold at this business.

If you have information or concerns regarding illegal drug activity, please contact the Amory Police Department at 662-256-2676, the North Mississippi Narcotics Unit at 662-841-6584, or the Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers at 1-800-530-7151 (or use the P3 App).

Thanks,

Chief Bowen

09/27/2026

From the office of Chief Bowen:

Our department was honored to participate in the Play Hard, Click Smart this weekend sponsored by First Assembly of God, the Junior Auxiliary of Amory, and Wal-Mart!! We are always proud to partner with members of our community doing great things for our citizens. Thank you to all those involved for stepping up as always to provide for and protect our children.
Captain Brad Taylor and Lt. Jake Stanford had conversations with the youth about online gaming safety and how to keep themselves safe in the digital world.🎮 Play Hard. Click Smart. 💻 Parents were able to learn about parental controls and things to watch for while their children are online.

09/11/2026

From the Office of Chief Bowen:

We apologize for the technical difficulties during the 9/11 ceremony this morning. Technology can be a good thing until is doesn't work. The Amory Mississippi page has a video of some of the program we were not able to record. We were honored to be a part of the program. Thank you to all that had a hand in making this remembrance day possible including Chief Scott, the Amory Fire Department, and Amory Main Street. God Bless the United States of America!

09/11/2026

09/03/2026

From the Office of Chief Bowen:

**Traffic Alert**

Concord Avenue is closed in the area of Rose Lane due to a water leak. Amory Utilities are on the scene working to repair and get the roadway back open. Please stay away from this area. We will advise when the roadway is back open. Thanks

Chief Bowen

08/31/2026

From the office of the Chief:

Investigators need the public's help. Over the weekend, our Investigation Division actively worked the homicide/aggravated assault that occured Friday night on E Avenue. We have been unable to locate video of the incident, even though multiple places in the area have cameras. We are sure that a camera captured video evidence that evening that will help with this case. We ask for the public to contact Crimestoppers at 1-800-530-7151 if you have video or information on this incident. You can also use the P3 App (QR code below) on your phone to send pictures or videos of the incident and remain anonymous. Crimestoppers will pay up to $1000 for information leading to an arrest on the suspect(s). Citizens and the police department have to work together to make our community safe to live and work in. Thank you

08/29/2026

From the office of Chief Bowen

On Friday August 28, 2026, at 9:58 pm, Amory PD received a call of shots being fired in the area of E Avenue in Amory. While officers were responding, further information came in that a subject was on E Avenue suffering from gun shot wounds. Officers arrived on the scene and administered medical aid until EMS arrived. The victim unfortunately did not survive. At 10:18 pm, Amory Police dispatch was advised of a second gunshot victim located at NMMC Gilmore Emergency room. Officers responded to the hospital and determined this victim was also injured at the location on E Avenue. The victim was later transferred to NMMC Hospital in Tupelo is serious condition. The Amory Police Department is asking the public to call with any information they may have involving this case. The Amory Police Department Investgation division can be reached by calling 662-256-2676 or you can call Golden Triangle Crimestoppers at 1-800-530-7151 and remain anonymous. More information will be released at a later time. We appreciate the quick response and assistance of the Amory Fire Department Monroe County, Ms Sheriff’s Department and Medstat Ambulance Service.

We ask that you join us in praying for all those affected by this terrible incident.