Police News

Wheeling’s ‘National Night Out’ Set for Tuesday, August 5

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

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

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

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

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

REPORT DAMAGE Emergency officials are strongly urging homeowners and businesses to report Flood Damage to the WV Emergency Management Division at emd…

Damage Survey

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

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

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

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…

Wheeling Police Charge Man with Murder in Wife’s Death

Wheeling Police today announced a man has been criminally charged in connection with the death of his wife on Wheeling Island. 53-year-old Dwayne Her…

Wheeling PD Law Enforcement Memorial Set for May 12

The Wheeling Police Department will honor and remember local, regional, and national law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifice during …

Two Arrested on Robbery Charges

Two 16-year-old males were arrested by the Wheeling Police Department over the weekend in connection with an armed robbery.Around 3 p.m. Saturday, tw…

Wheeling Police Arrest Man on Felony Drug Charge

One person is facing a felony drug charge following a search warrant executed by the Wheeling Police Department Thursday morning. At approximate…

Wheeling Police and Harmony House Partner for Stroller Walk to Raise Awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month

The Wheeling Police Department’s Victim Advocacy Program is teaming up with Harmony House to host a "stroller walk" on Sunday, April 27, to raise awa…

Discharging a Firearm Investigation

Wheeling Police are investigating a report of an individual discharging a firearm within city limits on Sunday evening. Officers responded to 37th an…

One Arrested on Drug Charges by WPD

Wheeling Police arrested a man over the weekend on multiple drug charges after he fled from police on Wheeling Island.Around 5:40 p.m. on Friday, off…

Arrest Made in Attempted Robbery

A suspect in an attempted robbery at Gumby’s on National Road in Woodsdale earlier this month has been arrested by the Wheeling Police Department.And…