Public Safety
The City of Medicine Lodge is committed to maintaining a safe community through local law enforcement, emergency response coordination, and volunteer fire protection services. Residents should use the appropriate contact methods below for emergencies, reporting issues, or public safety assistance.
Emergency Information
If you have an emergency, call 911 immediately.
For non-emergency services, please use the appropriate contact below.
Emergency
Dial 911
911
Police Non-Emergency/City Hall
For non-emergency police matters or general assistance.
(620) 886-3908
Police Department Direct Line
Speak directly with an officer.
(620) 930-6573
County Dispatch (Animal Control)
Report animal control issues or dog at large.
(620) 886-5678
Submit an Anonymous Tip
You can help keep our community safe.
Text your anonymous tip anytime.
Medicine Lodge Police Department
The Medicine Lodge Police Department provides law enforcement services, emergency response, and community safety support throughout the city.
Department Leadership & Staff
John Defore
Chief of Police
Garret McLemore
Sergeant
Tonia Brown
Police Officer
Austin Miranda
Police Officer
Matthew Jackson
Police Officer
VIN Inspections
VIN inspections are scheduled through County Dispatch.
Volunteer Fire Department
The Medicine Lodge Volunteer Fire Department is composed of dedicated volunteer firefighters who serve the community in fire suppression, rescue operations, and emergency response.
Fire Department Leadership
Ted Colborn
Fire Chief
Please contact City Hall for non-emergency fire department inquiries.
(620) 886-3908
Volunteer Firefighters
The department is supported by up to sixteen volunteer firefighters, including:Allen Waller, Bo Barnard, Cody Hamm, David Colborn, James Smith, Jeremy James, Josh Buck, Stephen Finch, Taarna Renner, Ted Colborn, Trenton Paxson, Ty Stricker, Joe Banda, Matthew Piper, Ian Dawson, Mark Coley, Andrew Harmon