@SHPD

The St. Helens Police Department is a full service police agency serving the citizens of St. Helens. Account is not monitored 24/7.

 150 S. 13th St. St. Helens, OR
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Joined March 2009
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St. Helens police recently concluded two successful safety campaigns promoting driving sober and buckling up: sthelensoregon.gov/m/newsfla…

St. Helens Police Conclude Successful Drive Sober and Buckle Up Campaigns

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 15, 2026ST. HELENS, OR – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the St. Helens Police Department joined for

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Former McBride PTO President sentenced in theft investigation on Monday, October 5, 2026: sthelensoregon.gov/m/newsfla…
Two police patrol vehicles parked front end toward each other on the side of a street with a river and trees in the background and a large blue circle with text reading "St. Helens Police Department Press Release"

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St. Helens Police retweeted
City Of St.Helens@sthelensSep 16
Two employees were recognized at the City Council’s Sept. 16 meeting for reaching employment milestones. @SHPD Sgt. Evin Eustice has worked for the City for 10 years. Public Works Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator II Tyler Hills has worked for the City for 5 years. Congrats!
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St. Helens students begin returning to school Tues., Sept. 8. Help keep kids safe by doing the following: Slow down to 20mph in school zones. Always stop for a school bus with flashing lights or an extended stop arm. Watch for kids walking and riding bikes in unexpected areas.
A yellow school crosswalk sign next to a road with a crosswalk and sidewalk with a school reader board in the background.

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On August 26, 2026, the arrest of a St. Helens woman led to animal abuse charges. Police are seeking additional information from the public. People with additional information should call 503-397-1521 and ask to speak with Officer Sprinzl or Chief Smith: sthelensoregon.gov/m/newsfla…
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St. Helens Police retweeted
City Of St.Helens@sthelensAug 26
Hood and Portland to Coast Relays are Fri. & Sat., Aug. 28-29. The route does not pass through St. Helens city limits but does skirt city limits. Exchanges are at Warren Baptist Church and Columbia County Fairgrounds. Race information can be found at hoodtocoast.com/
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Starting Wednesday, August 19, 2026, and concluding September 7, the St. Helens Police Department will participate in a national Labor Day DUII enforcement campaign: sthelensoregon.gov/m/newsfla…
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The U.S. Department of Transportation’s NHTSA and the St. Helens PD held a Speeding Catches Up With You campaign July 6 - 31, 2026. The campaign was successful in raising awareness of the dangers of speeding. sthelensoregon.gov/m/newsfla…

Successful Speed Awareness and Reduction Effort

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 11, 2026ST. HELENS, OR – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the St. Helens Police Department held a Spee

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Congratulations Officer Marshall and Heidi!
City Of St.Helens@sthelensJul 15
At the July 15 St. Helens City Council meeting, the Council recognized Building Permit Technician Heidi Davis for 20 years of service and Patrol Officer Luke Marshall for five years of service. Congratulations, Heidi and Luke!
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It’s better to be a few minutes late than not there at all. 📷 Speeding Catches Up With You. Learn more: sthelensoregon.gov/m/newsfla…
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Seat Belts Save Lives: Buckle Up May 18-31 and Every Day. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and St. Helens PD are urging drivers to buckle up ahead of the “Click It or Ticket” seat belt safety campaign: sthelensoregon.gov/police/pa…
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We are seeking additional information related to a St. Helens man recently indicted on multiple charges, including attempted murder. Please read the following info and call non-emergency dispatch at 503-397-1521 if you have additional details: sthelensoregon.gov/police/pa…
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St. Helens man sentenced in sexual assualt investigation: sthelensoregon.gov/police/pa…
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Thank you to local American Heritage Girls Troop OR3130 for stopping by the St. Helens station today to drop off goodies and celebrate National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. It's an honor to serve you!
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Congrats Chief Smith and Lt. Treat!
City Of St.Helens@sthelens17 Dec 2025
Replying to @SHPD
@SHPD Chief Smith and Lt. Treat were recognized at today's St. Helens City Council meeting for reaching 5 years of service with the City of St. Helens. Congrats!
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Congrats, Pati! Thank you for all that you do for our department!
City Of St.Helens@sthelens3 Dec 2025
Congrats to @SHPD Police Records and Evidence Specialist Pati Askelson and Public Works Director Mouhamad Zaher on both reaching five years of service with the City of St. Helens! Pati and Mouhamad were recognized at the St. Helens City Council's December 3 Council meeting.
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Halloween is a fun time for families, but it can also be dangerous with more impaired drivers on the road and higher pedestrian vs vehicle accidents. Stay safe and enjoy the holiday by reviewing the following safety tips before trick-or-treating: sthelensoregon.gov/police/pa…
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St. Helens investigation leads to indictment and arrest on child sex abuse charges: sthelensoregon.gov/police/pa…
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Congrats, Chief Smith!
City Of St.Helens@sthelens4 Sep 2025
At the Sept. 3 St. Helens City Council regular session, Matthew Smith was sworn in as @SHPD's new chief. Congratulations, Chief Smith! You can learn more about Chief Smith's appointment on the City's website: sthelensoregon.gov/police/pa…
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Suspect indicted, arrested on encouraging child sexual abuse charges: sthelensoregon.gov/police/pa…
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