Evidence can be retrieved by contacting our evidence technician at (360) 754-4200.
You must have an appointment to retrieve property.
Your case must be adjudicated in order for your property to be released.
The State of Washington requires our department complete a background check prior to the release of firearms.
How do I file a protection order?
Please contact the Thurston County District or Superior Court for more information about protection and anti-harassment orders. You may also find information on the Thurston County Clerk website.
How do I report a collision not investigated by law enforcement?
Collisions not initially reported can be filed with Washington State Patrol on their OMVCR Website. Paper copies of the report can be found at the Tumwater Police Department and should be mailed to Washington State Patrol directly.
Additional questions can be directed to the Collision Records Section of Washington State Patrol at CollisionRecords@wsp.wa.gov.
How do I report a crime?
Emergency: Call 9-1-1 IMMEDIATELY. Please answer all questions and stay on the line until told otherwise by the call receiver. If you cannot make a voice call, 9-1-1 will also accept text messages.
Non-emergency: Call (360) 704-2740 to report non-emergent crimes such as vandalism, vehicle prowls, and theft. You may also call non-emergency dispatch to speak to code enforcement officers regarding nuisance complaints such as noise, parking, etc.
For more information about the dispatch process, visit the TCOMM website.
How do I report a missing person or juvenile runaway?
If there are suspicious circumstances surrounding the disappearance or if the individual is a vulnerable person (child, developmentally disabled, elderly, etc.) call 9-1-1 immediately.
In any other case, missing persons and runaways should be reported directly to the police as soon as possible. Call (360) 704-2740 to request officer assistance.
You DO NOT need to wait 24 hours before reporting a missing person.
How do I report an abandoned vehicle?
If you believe a vehicle is abandoned, call non-emergency dispatch at (360) 704-2740 and request “code enforcement”. If the vehicle is creating a traffic hazard, call 9-1-1.
How do I report an anonymous crime tip?
You can report anonymous crime tips through Thurston County’s Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1 (800) 222-TIPS or at CrimeStoppersOfSouthSound.org.
How do I report an instance of identity theft?
Immediately contact your credit card companies and bank to place an alert on your accounts.
Call non-emergency dispatch at (360) 704-2740 to file a police report.
The department will hire officers as needed. Please visit the City's Job Openings for current information. Or learn more about the Tumwater Police Department and Police Employment.
There is a loose dog in my neighborhood – what should I do?
What are the rules about solicitors and panhandlers in Tumwater?
The City has no municipal code or law that prohibits or limits transients, panhandlers or solicitors from standing on the street corners or outside businesses within the City limits, as long as they are located on public property and they are not interfering with ingress/egress. A business has the ability to limit where and/or if a panhandler can be soliciting on their private property.
Where can I take unused prescription medication?
There is a drop off bin located in the vestibule of the Tumwater Police Department, which is open 24/7. Learn more on our Services Page.
Where can I take used medical needles?
Some pharmacies will accept used needles.
Where is the Police Department located?
The Tumwater Police Department is located at 555 Israel Road SW, adjacent to Tumwater City Hall. The business office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached by phone at (360) 754-4200.
Who do I contact about a ticket I received from a Tumwater police officer?
By law, the City of Tumwater is responsible for upholding laws within its jurisdiction to ensure the public’s safety. In Tumwater, court, public defense, and prosecution services are provided by Thurston County, through separate service contracts. A Violations Division is located at Tumwater City Hall to accept payment for traffic infractions, parking tickets and other non-criminal infractions only.
To Pay a Fine
Tumwater Violations Division accepts payments for parking and traffic violations, and non-criminal offenses for which you cannot go to jail. Please call (360) 754-4190 for assistance.
Who handles parking enforcement?
Our Code Enforcement Officers can assist with parking enforcement on public streets. Please call non-emergency dispatch at (360) 704-2740 to request a code enforcement officer.
