Bartlesville Police Department

11/04/2026

Congratulations to our very own Detective Bailey on achieving such a distinguished honor. What an incredible accomplishment!

Northern District of Oklahoma Staff and Bartlesville Police Department Detective Honored by Attorney General Todd Blanche at 2026 Director’s Awards

Three employees of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Oklahoma and a detective with the Bartlesville Police Department were among 183 Department of Justice employees recognized by Attorney General Todd Blanche and Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys (EOUSA) Director Francey Hakes at the 2026 Director’s Awards Ceremony held Oct. 28 in Washington, D.C. The annual event honored DOJ employees for outstanding service and achievement and recognized exceptional accomplishments by employees of U.S. Attorneys’ Offices nationwide.
"These awards reflect the extraordinary talent, professionalism, and dedication found throughout our office and community," said U.S. Attorney Christopher J. Nassar. "We are incredibly proud of Thomas, Alicia, Taelyn, and Detective Andrew Bailey for their accomplishments and grateful for their continued service to the Northern District of Oklahoma and the Department of Justice."
Superior Performance in Indian Country
Assistant United States Attorney Alicia Hockenbury and Victim Assistance Specialist Taelyn Langford were recognized with the Director's Award for Superior Performance in Indian Country, alongside the case agent, and Detective Andrew Bailey with Bartlesville Police Department whose critical investigative work was instrumental to the case.
This recognition stems from their outstanding efforts in United States v. Kaleb Smith, in which the defendant was convicted by a jury of Sexual Abuse of a Minor in Indian Country and two counts of Abusive Sexual Contact with a Minor in Indian Country. Court records established that Smith sexually abused two teenage victims, ages 13 and 14. Through the dedication and collaboration of the prosecution team, a sentence of 228 months of imprisonment was secured.
The work of Alicia, Taelyn, and Detective Bailey reflects the highest standards of public service and demonstrates an unwavering commitment to seeking justice for vulnerable victims. Their efforts have made a lasting impact on the lives of those they serve and on the communities they protect.

11/02/2026

Bartlesville Police Department, OK - K9 Jax has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Jax’s vest is sponsored by Robert P. Aikens of the Galleta Fund and embroidered with the sentiment “This gift of protection provided by the Galleta Fund”.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. was established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 6,677 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states, made possible by both private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $1,050 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1800.00, weighs an average of 4-5 lbs., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call (508) 824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.

10/31/2026

Your drive home should never be the scariest part of your Halloween. Plan for a safe, sober ride: 👻

10/29/2026

BPD had a busy day yesterday passing out candy and getting spoiled for National First Responders Day!

10/28/2026

When emergencies happen, help starts with a call and a team of dedicated professionals ready to respond.

On National First Responders Day, we thank the men and women of the Bartlesville Police Department, Bartlesville Fire Department, our emergency dispatch center, and all of our public safety partners for their service to our community.

Their courage, professionalism, and commitment help keep Bartlesville safe every day. We are grateful for all they do, often behind the scenes and at all hours, to serve others.

Thank you for answering the call. ❤️

10/20/2026

10/19/2026

We had a great time at the annual Lowe's First Responder Day event!

10/13/2026

10/07/2026

Thank you to Bartlesville Police Department's Officer Heck for stopping by last night to protect, serve, and turn off our bus that we accidentally left running. 😅

It needed a good charge, and it sure got one! ⚡

We're always grateful for our community for stepping in and supporting us in all the ways. ❤

10/05/2026

Thank you BFC NAZ for the snack bags. We appreciate you!