Police News
Terry Walls Sworn In as Wheeling Deputy Police Chief
Published on November 18, 2025
Wheeling Police Chief Shawn Schwertfeger announced today that Terry Walls has been appointed operations bureau commander and deputy chief of police a…
Wheeling Police Announce Road Closures for Fantasy in Lights Parade
Published on November 17, 2025
The Wheeling Police Department will implement several road closures in the Center Wheeling and downtown areas on Friday, November 21, for the 40th An…
Washington Avenue Bridge to Close Dec. 2
Published on November 14, 2025
The Washington Avenue Bridge is planned close to all traffic beginning Tuesday, Dec. 2, to allow for its full replacement. It is anticipated the clos…
One Arrested in Shots Fired Incident
Published on November 10, 2025
Wheeling Police arrested a man Sunday after a report of shots fired in East Wheeling.Officers were called to the city’s dog park near Tunnel Green ar…
Man Arrested on Multiple Charges Following Overnight Incidents
Published on October 15, 2025
Wheeling Police have arrested and charged a man in connection with a series of overnight incidents.Louis David Smith III, 43, of Wheeling, is charged…
Arrest Made Following Stabbing Incident on Wheeling Island
Published on October 02, 2025
One person has been arrested and charged following a stabbing Thursday morning on Wheeling Island.The Wheeling Police and Fire departments responded …
Wheeling Police Department Mourns the Loss of K9 Jericho
Published on September 23, 2025
The Wheeling Police Department is saddened to announce the passing of K9 Jericho, the department’s longest-serving police K9. Jericho suffered a sudd…
Death Investigation
Published on September 04, 2025
The Wheeling Police Department is investigating the death of two people found at a home on Storch Avenue.Officers were called to the residence around…
Two Arrested in Traffic Stop
Published on September 04, 2025
Two people are facing charges following a traffic stop in the Warwood neighborhood on Wednesday afternoon.Around 2:30 p.m., a Wheeling Police officer…
Wheeling Police to Hold Career Open House on Sept. 4
Published on August 21, 2025
The Wheeling Police Department will hold a career open house for individuals interested in becoming a police officer. The event will take place at …
Wheeling’s ‘National Night Out’ Set for Tuesday, August 5
Published on July 29, 2025
The Wheeling Police Department and several community partners invite the public to participate in National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 6-8 p.m…
Obstructing Arrest
Published on July 28, 2025
One person is facing criminal charges after an incident Saturday evening in downtown Wheeling.Around 6:50 p.m., officers patrolling Water Street were…
Wheeling Police Investigating Overnight Crash
Published on July 25, 2025
The Wheeling Police Department is investigating a single-vehicle rollover crash that occurred early Friday morning.At approximately 2:25 a.m., police…
City of Wheeling Reminds Public of Fireworks Ordinance Ahead of Independence Day
Published on July 01, 2025
With Independence Day days away, the City of Wheeling’s Fire and Police departments are reminding residents and visitors that certain types of firewo…
June 23 Flood Response Information
Published on June 23, 2025
SEARCH AND RECOVERY EFFORTS Search efforts continued throughout the weekend to locate 83-year-old Sandra Kay Parsons of Triadelphia, who remains miss…
June 18 Flood Response Information
Published on June 18, 2025
REPORT DAMAGE Emergency officials are strongly urging homeowners and businesses to report Flood Damage to the WV Emergency Management Division at emd…
Damage Survey
Published on June 17, 2025
If you were impacted by this week’s flooding, please complete the survey at the link below. Your response is critical for the damage assessment that …
Wheeling Police Unveil NIBIN Technology to Enhance Crime-Fighting Capabilities
Published on June 04, 2025
The Wheeling Police Department has successfully launched its National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN) system. This cutting-edge fore…
Traffic Advisory: Weekend Road Closures for Ogden Half-Marathon Events
Published on May 22, 2025
The Wheeling Police Department is reminding residents and visitors to plan ahead for traffic impacts related to this weekend’s Half-Marathon and Well…
Felony Charges Filed in 2023 Malicious Assault Death
Published on May 08, 2025
Wheeling Police have charged a Fairmont, West Virginia man with murder in a 2023 malicious assault case that resulted in the death of the victim.On J…
