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Police
Police Chief: Michael Shields
Lieutenant: Christian Powell
LOCATION
501 South Huston Ave
Altamont, Kansas 67330
PHONE & EMAIL
Emergency: 911
Non-Emergency: 620-784-5582
altpd@altamontks.com
Medical Emergency
If you or a loved one is experiencing a medical emergency including patient lift assist, it is imperative you call 9-1-1. This allows Labette County Dispatch to get all the pertinent information and dispatch the proper emergency response. Please do not call the City of Altamont’s non-emergency police line for these kinds of situations.
Serving victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking through shelter and advocacy services.
The Altamont Police Department has 4 Full-Time Police Officers and 4 Part-Time Police Officers.
Animal Control
Animal Control Services falls under the operational control of the Chief of Police. The City's Animal Control staff is charged with impounding stray, abandoned, abused, dangerous, or injured animals, as well as any animal found in violation of city ordinance. All domestic animals taken into custody by Animal Control will be delivered to the Regional Vet in Oswego, Ks.
Goals
The main goal of the Altamont Police Department is to create and maintain a safe, secure environment for all Altamont citizens. We strive to accomplish this goal through proactive community programs designed to prevent crime as well as efficient, thorough investigations of crimes committed.
