Capitol Police

We’re hiring! >> Missouri Capitol Police Officer 👮 starting pay is now $53,487! Our @MoCapitolPolice officers are respected and receive great State of Missouri benefits! Here’s more information and where to apply. Use keyword “Capitol” at this link: mocareers.mo.gov/hiretrue/mo/pu…

✅Follow your local forecast for updates on the severity and timing of the system. ✅Have several ways of receiving warnings in case one fails. ✅Always know where you would shelter in the event of a storm - a mobile home is NOT safe during a tornado OR a severe thunderstorm!

We're seeking a qualified professional to serve as the Advanced Emergency Management Officer overseeing SEMA’s Earthquake program, which includes planning & projects funded by the federal grant. This position also advises & assists the Missouri Seismic Safety Commission & the Structural Assessment and Visual Evaluation (SAVE) Coalition in completing their duties & responsibilities. Details/Apply: mocareers.mo.gov/hiretrue/ce3/j…

‼️@NWSStLouis just canceled its participation in this morning's MO Severe Weather Preparedness Week Tornado Drill due to the possibility of severe weather. @NWSSpringfield had canceled its participation earlier because of severe storms, which the area is currently experiencing.

Today, in honor of Christian County Sheriff's Office Deputies Gabriel Ramirez and Michael Hislope, flags are be flown at half-staff at government buildings in Christian and Greene counties, all police stations, sheriffs’ offices, and Missouri State Highway Patrol general and troop headquarters across Missouri. Bravery, dedication to duty, and service to others defined these fine men, who each defended our nation as soldiers before selflessly serving Christian County as deputy sheriffs. Sadly, these courageous heroes lost their lives because of an evil, violent, career criminal who should not have been free to commit these heinous crimes. Claudia and I are keeping both families, the Christian County Sheriff's Office, and the entire law enforcement community in our prayers during this difficult time. Ramirez’s and Hislope’s legacies will not be forgotten.

We’re less than one week away from the Statewide Tornado Drill. Last year in Missouri was the deadliest year for tornadoes in 14 years. Tornado safety isn’t only about reacting in the moment... preparation ahead of time is equally essential. Our StormAware site has short videos that show how to protect yourself from severe weather in different scenarios - home, school, mobile home, etc. Check it out here: stormaware.mo.gov

Thanks to Mrs. Roling's 6th grade class from St. Peter School in Jefferson City for once again gifting @MoCapitolPolice with a basket of goodies in @GovMikeKehoe's office this week. It's always great to have our spirits renewed with fine young people eager to learn!

Congratulations and welcome back to @MoCapitolPolice to Officer Troy Cebulak! Officer Cebulak served with MCP from 2004-14 and so brings his wealth of experience to our the team. We're pleased that after a decade away he's returned to policing, and with MCP!

‼️@MoPublicSafety is accepting nominations for the Missouri Public Safety Awards 🎖️which will honor individual 1st responders, 1st responder teams & civilians for heroic acts in 2025. Nomination deadline is Feb. 28, 2026. Forms/award descriptions are here dps.mo.gov/medal/

‼️⚠️ Snow continues across most of the state through this afternoon. ⚠️Major impacts to roads and visibility will continue! ⚠️An additional 1-4” of snow is forecast to fall within the warned area from NW to SE from 6AM to this evening. ✅Avoid travel. Don’t get stranded!

‼️⚠️The snow is just one threat for the next few days! EXTREME COLD POSES A MAJOR THREAT! ‼️Keep space heaters at least 3 feet from anything that can burn. ⚠️ Never use ovens, grills, or generators to heat your home. 🚨 Make sure smoke alarms and CO alarms are working.

‼️⚠️Forecast travel impacts and safety concerns continue to grow! ⚠️Significant accumulating snow SAT into SUN, with heavy snowfall totals mainly from I-70 southward. ⚠️Don’t be fooled! Snow will occur in 2️⃣ rounds. Second round SAT is heavier and affects most of state.

Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a humble man of principle who bravely fought injustice.

We're planning for Disability Rights Legislative Day on 2/25/26. @MoCapitolPolice Chief Schwartze & Capt. Kempker met with (from left) Governor’s Council on Disability's Laura Mueth; Nicole Lynch, Emmaus Homes; Christina Ingoglia, MO Developmental Disabilities Council. Thank you!

‼️We're hiring a CYBERSECURITY PROFESSIONAL experienced and capable in intelligence analysis, coordinating with cybersecurity partners; and outreach, including organizing meetings with stakeholders, exercises, workshops and conferences. ▶️Details/Apply: mocareers.mo.gov/hiretrue/ce3/j…

Tomorrow @MoCapitolPolice will participate in the Officer Molly Bowden Memorial Blood Drive, honoring the Columbia Missouri Police Department officer fatally shot in 2005. Thanks to the organizers who continue to honor Molly's memory and to all who donate (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)!

Welcome to the ranks! Happy to have some of these officers on our @MoCapitolPolice team!

In today's State of the State Address, I will lay out our legislative and budgetary priorities focused on one goal: to build a stronger foundation for growth so that future generations inherit a Missouri that is safer, stronger, and full of opportunity. Watch the 2026 State of the State Address: A Foundation for Growth LIVE at 3 p.m.

🚨 AMBER Alert 🚨 CANCELLED Children located safe. Suspect is in custody.

🚨 AMBER Alert 🚨