Branson Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association

06/16/2026

Until 10PM. Get our flier at the door and 10% of your total bill goes to support the Branson Police Department. Hurry in!! Tonight only!!!

06/16/2026

Come out tomorrow for a great meal and support your
Branson Police Department!!!!!

06/09/2026

You will be glad you did!! Get a peek behind the curtain and have a chance to get to know the Branson Police Department !!!

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Alexa, play “Back to School” but make it the police academy version!

Our three newest Branson Police Department trainees, Crawford, Buttke and Fletcher, have officially survived their first week at the Drury Law Enforcement Academy!

The next several months will be filled with early mornings, long days, hands-on training, classroom instruction and plenty of moments that will challenge them, strengthen them and prepare them for the badge.

But this journey is about more than becoming police officers. It’s about learning what it means to show up with integrity, serve with purpose and be someone our families, businesses, visitors and neighbors can count on.

When they graduate, they’ll return ready to serve, protect and make Branson proud.

Congratulations on week one, trainees. We’re proud of you already and excited to watch you grow into your future roles at BPD!

06/04/2026

Today, Branson Police Department K9 Handler Officer Gamble was deputized by the Taney County Sheriffs Office as part of a continued partnership focused on keeping our community safe.

Through this joint effort, Officer Gamble and his K9 partner, Rico, will be able to work alongside the Taney County Sheriff’s Office, to include Deputy Shinn and his K9 partner Nico, to help locate and seize illegal drugs before they make their way further into our community. This collaboration gives our agencies another tool to support proactive policing, share resources, and strengthen the work already being done throughout Taney County.

Partnerships like this are an important part of public safety. By working together, we can better protect the people who live, work, and visit here while continuing to keep Branson a safe and welcoming place.

We are grateful for our partnership with the Taney County Sheriff’s Office and proud of Officer Gamble for representing the Branson Police Department in this important collaborative effort.

05/28/2026

On Wednesday, May 27th, the Branson Police Department, along with partnering law enforcement agencies, executed simultaneous search warrants across three separate jurisdictions as part of an ongoing investigation into an armed robbery that occurred in Branson earlier this month.

The operation involved the collaboration of several regional law enforcement partners, including specialized tactical teams, task forces, and investigative units. Due to the coordinated nature of the investigation and the potential threat posed by the suspects, all warrants were executed simultaneously to ensure the wellbeing of the public and law enforcement personnel. As a result of the operation, the following individuals were safely taken into custody:

▪️David Simpson, 20, of Ozark, MO.
▪️Nathan Girard, 20, of Rockaway Beach, MO.
▪️Jordan Molz, 21, of Branson, MO.

In addition to the above primary suspects, Andere Sanabria-Martinez, 22, of Ozark, MO. and Stephan Girard, 62, of Rockaway Beach, MO. were taken into custody on unrelated charges and offenses identified during the ex*****on of the search warrants.

Throughout the operation, investigators recovered weapons believed to have been used during the robbery, along with additional fi****ms and evidence related to the investigation.

The Branson Police Department would like to thank the following participating agencies for their professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to public safety throughout this operation: Taney County Sheriffs Office, Nixa Police Department, Ozark Police Department, Christian County Sheriff's Office, Missouri State Highway Patrol, United States Marshals Midwest Violent Fugitive Task Force, and the United States Department of Homeland Security.

Although these individuals were not affiliated with any recognized gangs, some of their associated activities resembled a group attempting to portray a similar image. This investigation remains ongoing, and additional charges may be forthcoming. The Branson Police Department requests that anyone with information about this case, or related incidents, contact our Investigators at (417)334-3300.

05/26/2026

This April and May, we’re proud to celebrate the work anniversaries of several dedicated members of the Branson Police Department.

Each year of service represents countless hours of protecting our community, supporting fellow officers, and showing up when it matters most. These milestones reflect a deep commitment to public service and to Branson.

Thank you for the years you’ve invested in serving our community and supporting one another. We’re grateful for your dedication and proud to recognize the experience that strengthens our department and the community we serve.

Not Pictured:
Dispatcher E. Emerson - 1 Year

05/26/2026

Memorial Day is a time to pause with purpose.

It is a day to remember the brave men and women who gave everything in service to our country, and to reflect on the families, friends, and communities forever changed by their sacrifice.

President Harry S. Truman once said, “Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices.”

At the Branson Police Department, we carry that gratitude with deep respect. Today and every day, we honor those who never came home and the legacy of courage, service, and sacrifice they leave behind.