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Police Department

Responsibilities

911 communications are responsible for taking emergency 911 and non-emergency calls for the City of Winchester and Clark County, dispatching the appropriate fire, law enforcement, and emergency medical equipment.

Goal

The goal of the 911 center is to provide the vital link between the citizens of Winchester and Clark County the appropriate emergency service agencies for fire, law enforcement, and emergency medical service. That goal is accomplished by receiving incoming emergency and non-emergency calls for service from citizens; ensuring that citizens receive public safety services by dispatching the appropriate agencies in the most expeditious manner.


Emergency vs. Non-Emergency

Emergency

Call 911 for the following:

  • Fires
  • Medical Emergencies
  • Crimes in progress

Non-Emergency

Call (859) 745-7403 if the crime is not in progress, but require a police or fire response

Supervisors


Smart 911

Create a safety profile to assist first responders if you have an emergency. Help us help you. Visit the Smart 911 website.

Contact Us

Person wearing a dark formal uniform with shoulder epaulets and a badge that reads “S. Charles.” The uniform includes gold pins and a nameplate. In the background, there is an American flag and part of a circular emblem with visible text “Winchester” and “Founded 1793.”

Steve Charles
Captain, Administration Division

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Police Department Physical Address
12 S Maple Street
P.O. Box 40
Winchester, KY 40392

Phone: 859-745-7400
Fax: 859-745-7404
Emergency Phone: 911


Hours
Emergencies

24 hours per day
7 days per week

Office
Monday through Friday
8 am to 5 pm


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