Somerset Police Department

22/10/2026

💚 YOUR MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS. YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

October is National Depression and Mental Health Awareness and Screening Month, and the Somerset Police Department wants to remind our community of an important resource that could save lives: 988 — the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

📞 Call or text 988 to connect with trained crisis counselors who can provide support for mental health struggles, emotional distress, and behavioral health crises.

Just as 911 connects you to emergency services for physical emergencies, 988 connects you to mental health support when you need it most. You don’t have to face a difficult moment alone, and you don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable to reach out.

💚 Whether you’re struggling yourself or concerned about someone you care about, help is available 24/7.

One call can make a difference. One conversation can save a life.

Please share this resource. You never know who might need it.

16/10/2026

🎓 CONGRATULATIONS, DETECTIVE WALTERS! 👏

The Somerset Police Department proudly congratulates Detective Jordan Walters on graduating today from the Kentucky Criminalistics Academy at the KY Dept of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT), alongside 21 other law enforcement professionals from around the Commonwealth!

🔬 The 400-hour forensic training program provides advanced instruction in crime scene investigation, evidence collection, and specialized forensic techniques.

Training included:
🔹 Crime scene processing and digital photography
🔹 Advanced latent fingerprinting and forensic mapping
🔹 Case preparation and courtroom testimony
🔹 Shooting reconstruction and bloodstain pattern recognition
🔹 Human bone identification and clandestine grave excavation
🔹 Post-blast and explosives investigations
🔹 Drone (UAV) technology in law enforcement investigations

This intensive program equips investigators with specialized skills to strengthen investigations, analyze evidence, and help bring cases to a successful resolution.

👏 Join us in congratulating Detective Walters on this outstanding professional achievement and his continued commitment to serving the Somerset community!

13/10/2026

🚨 ROAD CLOSURES: MOONLIGHT FESTIVAL🚨

The City of Somerset and the Somerset Police Department want to make the public aware of road closures beginning at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16. The closures are necessary for motorist and participant safety during the Moonlight Festival, which runs from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17.

Roads will remain closed until 4 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18, when the event is over, all barricades are removed, and festival area streets are swept.

The map below shows the affected areas. All roadways inside the festival area will be closed to all traffic. North and South Central Avenue will remain open for through traffic.

With such significant closures, it’s important to find and use an alternative route to navigate around the downtown area. Detour signs will be posted to aid motorists.

For anyone unfamiliar with downtown Somerset, use these streets to travel around the festival area: Central Avenue, Limestone Avenue, Oak Street, Vine Street, Crawford Avenue, South Richardson Drive, Murphy Avenue, Jarvis Avenue, College Street and Barnett Street.

Tractor-trailers and similarly large vehicles will need to detour along state highways, paying particular attention to the marked detour routes, as several roads around the downtown area will not accommodate large trucks.

Festival attendees, please pay close attention to signs in and around the event area. Entry gates will be marked, and you must enter the festival through the designated entry gate. Admission is free, but to purchase adult beverages, you must buy a $5 spirit wristband. Wristbands will be sold at only one location: the flagpoles at Judicial Center Plaza.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we prepare for another great downtown festival!

10/10/2026

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02/10/2026

👮‍♂️ Congratulations, Sgt. Elgin Pettus! 👮‍♂️

The Somerset Police Department proudly recognizes Sgt. Pettus for successfully completing the Academy of Police Supervision (APS) this morning!

Sgt. Pettus was a member of Class 109, graduating alongside fellow officers through the Department of Criminal Justice Training (DOCJT) in Richmond, Kentucky.

APS is an intensive 3-week, 122-hour leadership program focused on ethical decision-making, emotional intelligence, public speaking, and effective leadership.

We are proud of Sgt. Pettus’ commitment to professional development and his continued dedication to serving the Somerset community.

“I’m proud of Sgt. Pettus’ dedication to completing this training to expand his leadership capabilities. From his leadership in service to our country as a veteran, to his leadership within his community, this is just another demonstration of his willingness to serve.”

— Chief Josh Wesley

Please join us in congratulating Sgt. Pettus on this outstanding accomplishment! 👏🇺🇸

01/10/2026

🚨 HIGH FIVE: RURAL TRAFFIC SAFETY PROJECT 🚨

The Somerset Police Department and Kentucky State Police Post 11 are teaming up to launch HIGH FIVE, a new rural traffic safety project funded through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), focused on one simple goal: saving lives on our roadways. 🚔

📅 The High Five project kicks off October 1!

Through Education, Community Engagement, Enforcement, and Prevention, we’ll work together to increase seat belt usage and promote safer driving habits throughout our community.

📊 Pulaski County ranks 7th out of 120 Kentucky counties for traffic fatalities. That statistic reminds us that roadway safety is a responsibility we all share.

Our message is simple:

🔹 Buckle Up — Every Person, Every Trip, Every Time.
🔹 Slow Down.
🔹 Stay Alert.
🔹 Help Prevent Crashes.
🔹 Help Save Lives.

The safest choice is also one of the easiest: BUCKLE UP! ❤️

The Somerset Police Department and KSP Post 11 are proud to partner with our community through HIGH FIVE to make Pulaski County’s roads safer for everyone. For more information visit the Team Kentucky Transportation Cabinet website: https://transportation.ky.gov/HighwaySafety/Pages/highfiveky.aspx

29/09/2026

Some important news from the Kentucky State Police and the Kentucky State Police Foundation.

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The ONLY official way to support Trooper Hayden Phillips' family is by donating through the Kentucky State Police Foundation. All other avenues are scams and are not authorized by the family

10.09.26: UPDATED giving options below:

Trooper Hayden Phillips, Unit 369, made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty on September 28, 2026.

The Kentucky State Police Foundation is accepting donations to support Trooper Phillips’ family during this incredibly difficult time.

100% of donations designated to the Trooper Hayden Phillips Fund will go directly to his family. These funds can help with meals, household expenses, and other everyday needs as they navigate the days ahead.

You can donate online using either of the links below:
PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=JVNCRHDHNC6PU

Zeffy: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/tpr-hayden-phillips

Checks should be made out to:
Kentucky State Police Foundation or KSP Foundation

Check donations may be mailed to:
Kentucky State Police Foundation
1303 US HWY 127 S., Suite 402-204
Frankfort, KY 40601
Memo Line: Trooper Hayden Phillips

A check can also be dropped off at the following bank location
Truist Bank
103 Smith Road, Glasgow, KY 42141
**or any Truist Bank location
Checks must be made out to: KSP Foundation
Memo Line: Tpr. Phillips Fund

We are grateful to everyone who chooses to honor Trooper Phillips’ service and sacrifice by supporting his family during this difficult time.

The Kentucky State Police Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.