Scott City Missouri Police Department

10/31/2026

Scott City residents and our Community.

Yesterday at about 3:00 (P.M) our Officers were dispatched to a local residence for a report of a shooting . As it was reported that one person was shot in the head , by another family member.

Officers arrived quickly, and set up a perimeter. Officers were met at the front door by two residents. As we worked through the incident , we discovered that there was not a shooting at the reported address, and no one at the address was injured , or had any knowledge of a shooting.

This of course is very alarming. Valuable resources were sent , not only from Scott City , also from the Scott County Sheriff Department, the Missouri State Highway Patrol , Scott City Fire Department, and North Scott County Ambulance.

Beyond everything, we are very thankful that there was not any truth as it was reported.

We also want to thank the above mentioned departments for the quick response.

This matter of the false information remains under investigation.

Thanks .

Chief Griggs

10/29/2026

10/10/2026

The Scott City 911 Center has NOT received any calls reporting shots fired. We understand a short time ago a post was made reporting as such .

10/06/2026

Halloween Community Event!

Lawless Harley Davidson is putting on a community event!
We will be present to hang with the community and pass out candy. Come visit us and get some free candy!
Event is being held at Lawless Harley Davidson (2100 East Outer Rd).

09/11/2026

The Scott City Police Department remembers 9/11 as 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of a day our nation will never forget.

A quarter of a century has passed, but we still remember the courage and bravery of our first responders, military and everyday ordinary people who put their lives on the line as this country became unified as we mourned the loss of many lives.

08/04/2026

🚧 ROAD CLOSURE & TRAFFIC NOTICE 🚧
Nellie Avenue Closed
Please be advised that Nellie Avenue (by the park) will be completely closed to all through traffic for scheduled road construction. Construction will start Wednesday, August 5th at 8:00 am.
🔄 Detour & Traffic Changes
All vehicle traffic will be re-routed through Scott City Park. Scott City Park roads will temporarily become two-way traffic to accommodate the detour. Please reduce your speed and watch for pedestrians while driving through the park area.
(Please refer to the attached map for visual instructions)
• Red Zone: Closed section of Nellie Ave.
• Black Arrows: Temporary two-way traffic flow through Scott City Park.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to improve our community infrastructure!

07/14/2026

PSA:
Please keep your grass trimmings out of the roadways as it can cause problems for motorists. Grass in the roadway is dangerous because it drastically reduces tire traction, acting similar to black ice. This is particularly hazardous for motorcyclists and bicyclists.

Scott City Code 255.030 penalizes anyone who discharges, sweeps, or blows any litter (to include weeds and grass clippings) into roadways.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our community safe!

07/13/2026

Public Service Announcement:
When there is inclement weather (storms, heavy rain, etc.) Public Works may put out "Road Closed" signs to ensure drivers' safety and to prevent property damage and other catastrophes from occurring. When these signs are out, effectively closing off a roadway, it is to prevent injury to drivers and to prevent property damage due to motor vehicle accidents.

Just as a reminder Scott City Municipal Code Section 315.030: Obedience to Traffic Control Devices, prevents drivers from ignoring and going around road signs. If you do this, you can and will be cited. Our main concern is to keep motorists safe, and keeping these roads closed, during inclement weather, is paramount.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping keeping our community safe!

07/04/2026

New Changes: Ordinance Section 240.070. Dates and Hours of Sale and Use.

Attention: Firework Information- No person shall discharge, ignite, or explode any article of fireworks except between the hours of 10 A.M.- 10 P.M. from June 24th - July 3rd and July 5th of each year. Hours of discharge on July 4th with be between the hours of 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 A.M. Midnight.

No bottle rockets are to be discharged in city limits.

07/04/2026

The Scott City Police Department wishes everyone a happy and safe 4th of July. As always, please be mindful of the dangers associated with fireworks.