Vincennes Police Department

NATIONAL SAFETY MONTH – JUNE 2026

June marks the 30th anniversary of National Safety Month, an annual campaign led by the National Safety Council (NSC) to promote safety awareness and help prevent injuries both at home and in the workplace.

Throughout the month, the NSC focuses on topics such as roadway safety, workplace wellness, emergency preparedness, and preventing common accidents like slips, trips, and falls. The organization offers a variety of free resources designed to help individuals, families, and employers create safer environments.

Community members are encouraged to visit the National Safety Council’s website to access free safety toolkits, educational materials, checklists, emergency preparedness resources, workplace safety guides, and defensive driving information. These tools can help identify potential hazards, improve safety awareness, and promote safer habits in everyday life.

By working together and staying informed, we can help keep our homes, workplaces, and roadways safer for all.

For additional information and safety resources, visit the National Safety Council at www.nsc.org.

🚧 CITY WIDE CLEAN UP DAY 🚧

The Vincennes Police Department would like to advise the public that the City Wide Clean Up Day will be taking place at Republic Services, located at 2706 N. 2nd Street.

📍 Location: Republic Services – 2706 N. 2nd Street
📅 Date: May 30th, 2026
⏰ Time: 8 AM-12 PM

Please be advised that traffic will likely be lined up along N. 2nd Street throughout the event. Officers will be in the area assisting with traffic control to help keep traffic flowing safely and efficiently.

Motorists are encouraged to use caution, remain patient, and follow all directions from officers and event personnel. We appreciate the community’s cooperation as we work together to keep Vincennes clean.

🐾 𝗩𝗣𝗗 𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗘𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 🐾

Meet Dazzle ✨

Dazzle is a 6-year-old Labrador mix searching for a loving forever home. Although she was previously adopted, she recently returned to the shelter through no fault of her own and is ready for a fresh start.

This smart girl already knows several commands including sit, shake, high five, and lay down. Dazzle also keeps a very clean kennel and appears to be house trained. She seems to do well with other dogs, and shelter staff can assist with a meet and greet for potential adopters with other pets.

If you are interested in giving Dazzle the loving home she deserves, please stop by the shelter and meet her. 🐶 Vincennes Animal Shelter

Pictured below are Dazzle and Officer Hess (Badge #239)

On Thursday, May 28th, a fundraiser will be held in support of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Community members are encouraged to stop by and help support the fight against MS, as 20% of all sales throughout the day will be donated to this important cause. Together we can make a difference!

Hours:
• 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
• 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Thursday, May 28th our Fundraiser is for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society! Please come out and help support in the fight of MS! 20% of our sales from all day will go to this wonderful organization.

Open 11-1:30 & 4-9

It’s Pasta Platter Thursday every Thursday! Along with great lunch specials, full menu, plus steak, salmon, and pork chop night!

Thank you so much for your support!

☀️ SUMMER SAFETY REMINDER ☀️

With school officially out for the summer and Rainbow Beach now open, we would like to remind motorists and community members to remain alert and use extra caution throughout the city, especially near parks, playgrounds, neighborhoods, and recreational areas where children will be present in larger numbers.

Children may be walking, riding bicycles, crossing streets unexpectedly, or playing near roadways during daytime and evening hours. Drivers are encouraged to reduce speeds in park zones and residential areas, eliminate distractions while driving, and remain vigilant for increased pedestrian traffic around Rainbow Beach, Gregg Park, and other public gathering areas.

Let’s work together to help ensure everyone has a safe, enjoyable, and memorable summer season. 🚓☀️

The Vincennes Police Department would like to help share information regarding the upcoming Vincennes Fire Department Kids Safety Camp, which will be held June 29–30 at Wabash Trails Park for children ages 9–12.

This event provides a great opportunity for children to learn valuable safety skills in a fun and interactive environment while building positive relationships with first responders throughout our community. Programs such as these help educate our youth on important topics including fire safety, emergency preparedness, teamwork, and overall personal safety.

We encourage parents and guardians to consider signing their children up for this educational and engaging community event. The Vincennes Police Department appreciates the Vincennes Fire Department and all participating agencies for their continued commitment to keeping our community’s youth safe, informed, and prepared. 🚔🚒

There is still time to enroll your children in a camp this summer that will teach them all kinds of safety skills.

🇺🇸 MEMORIAL DAY 🇺🇸

Today, the Vincennes Police Department joins our community in honoring and remembering the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Memorial Day is more than the start of summer, it is a day of reflection, gratitude, and remembrance for those who gave their lives defending the freedoms we enjoy each day. We encourage everyone to take a moment to remember our fallen heroes and the families who continue to carry their legacy forward.

In observance of Memorial Day, the lobby will be closed, and will resume normal administrative hours tomorrow, May 26th. Officers will remain on duty and available to respond to calls for service.

To file a police report or request non-emergency assistance, please contact Central Dispatch at (812) 882-1502. For all emergencies requiring immediate assistance, please dial 911.

We would like to wish everyone a safe and peaceful Memorial Day as we honor those who gave everything for our nation. 🇺🇸

🇺🇸 MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND 🇺🇸

As Memorial Day weekend approaches, we encourage everyone to plan ahead and make safety a priority while traveling, attending gatherings, or enjoying time with family and friends. ☀️

With increased traffic and pedestrian activity expected throughout the weekend, motorists are reminded to remain patient, avoid distractions, and stay alert for pedestrians, bicyclists, and emergency personnel. 🚶‍♂️🚲🚑

Helpful reminders:
• Plan ahead for safe transportation if attending gatherings or consuming alcohol. 🗓️
• Allow extra travel time due to increased traffic.⏱️
• Stay alert for pedestrians and increased foot traffic.
• Lock vehicles and secure valuables. 🚗🔒
• Avoid distracted or impaired driving. 📵

On the behalf of the department, we would like to wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend. 🇺🇸

🇺🇸 MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND – RENDEZVOUS EVENT 🚓

The Vincennes Police Department would like to advise the public that the 49th Annual Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous will take place Memorial Day Weekend at the French Commons along the banks of the Wabash River.

Event hours are scheduled for :
• Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• Sunday, May 24, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Throughout the weekend, officers will be conducting increased foot patrols throughout the event grounds, along with additional patrols in surrounding areas, to help ensure a safe and enjoyable event for all attendees. Due to increased pedestrian traffic, motorists are encouraged to remain vigilant, reduce speeds in congested areas, and use caution near crosswalks and event entrances.

Attendees are encouraged to remain aware of their surroundings, secure personal belongings, and report any suspicious activity or emergencies to the nearest officer or by calling 911. The Vincennes Police Department wishes everyone a safe, enjoyable, and happy Memorial Day Weekend as we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

🐾 𝗩𝗣𝗗 𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗘𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 🐾

Meet Lucky. 🐶

Lucky is a 7-year-old male shepherd mix who came to the shelter under heartbreaking circumstances. After his previous owners moved away, Lucky was unfortunately left behind in a backyard for over a month without food or water. Despite the neglect he endured, Lucky has continued to show nothing but kindness, resilience, and a desire for love and attention.

Lucky is currently heartworm positive, but he will be receiving the life-saving treatment he needs through the shelter, and has officially started heart worm treatment. At this time, staff are unsure how he interacts with other animals, however, meet and greets with other dogs can be arranged for potential adopters.

This intelligent boy already knows several commands, including sit, shake, lay down, and speak. Through everything he has overcome, Lucky has truly lived up to his name.

The Vincennes Police Department would like to encourage our community to consider giving shelter animals like Lucky the second chance they deserve. After everything he has been through, Lucky is ready to experience what a safe, loving, and permanent home feels like.

Please stop by the shelter to meet Lucky and help give this deserving boy the fresh start he’s been waiting for! Vincennes Animal Shelter

Pictured below are Lucky and Lieutenant Martin (Badge #211).