Springfield is reopening the police lobby on Battlefield Road after 5 years. What to know
The Springfield police station on the south side of town will reopen to the public after more than five years.
The lobby at South District Station at 2620 W. Battlefield Road will reopen to the public starting June 2, according to a news release from the Springfield Police Department. Cris Swaters, SPD chief spokesperson, said the station has remained closed to the public since March 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic broke out.
She said the station is now reopening due to staffing improvements among non-sworn, police service representative staff.
The lobby will be open to the public Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.- 3 p.m. The lobby at police headquarters at 321 E. Chestnut Expressway will continue to be open Monday through Friday 7 a.m.- 5 p.m.
SPD also announced the extension of telephone reporting hours. Citizens can make reports by phone by calling 417-864-1810, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. A report for certain situations can also be made online on the SPD website.
More: With 60 budgeted positions vacant, Springfield police are reallocating unused salaries
Online reporting is available for: forgery, fraudulent use of a credit device, graffiti, harassment, identity theft, lost property, past disturbance, stealing, stealing from a vehicle, vandalism, and as a supplement to filed reports.
In an emergency or for immediate assistance, citizens should still call 911.
Marta Mieze covers local government at the News-Leader. Have feedback, tips or story ideas? Contact her at mmieze@news-leader.com.
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