Purcell Police Department

Please join us in congratulating Officer Lewis on graduating from the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training 78th Criminal Investigations Academy.

Over the course of three weeks and 120 hours of advanced instruction, Officer Lewis received specialized training designed for criminal investigators and law enforcement professionals assigned to investigative duties. The academy covered investigative techniques, case management, evidence handling, interviews and interrogations, and other critical skills necessary to successfully investigate criminal offenses.

The Criminal Investigations Academy is one of Oklahoma’s premier advanced law enforcement training programs and is designed to enhance the professionalism and effectiveness of investigators across the state.

We are proud of Officer Lewis’ dedication to continuing education and commitment to providing the citizens of our community with the highest level of service.

Congratulations, Officer Lewis, on this outstanding achievement and your graduation from the 78th CLEET Criminal Investigations Academy!

The Purcell Animal Shelter and Purcell Police Department take animal abandonment and neglect very seriously.

If you abandon an animal within our community you may face animal cruelty charges.

If you witness someone abandoning an animal, please contact the Purcell Animal Shelter or the Purcell Police Department immediately. If possible, safely obtain a vehicle description and license plate.

Recently, we have had multiple dogs dumped within city limits, placing both the animals and motorists at risk. Several of these dogs have narrowly avoided being struck by vehicles.

At this time, the shelter is currently on intake hold due to overcrowding. We have no open kennels available and are housing dogs in temporary spaces,including bathrooms and shared kennels, until animals are reclaimed or adopted.

We believe the individual responsible for abandoning the tan dog maybe driving a silver or gray vehicle.

PLEASE HELP US PROTECT THESE ANIMALS AND HOLD THOSE RESPONSIBLE ACCOUNTABLE!