Corely Street Park Dedication, April 19
On Saturday April 19, 2008 between 1:00pm-2:00pm there will be a confederate ceremony being held at the Corley Street Park. The ceremony will conclude with the firing of replica rifles and replica cannon (non-projectile type).
This notice is to make you aware of the rifle and cannon firing and ask you not to be alarmed by the loud noise. Lexington Police Department, Lexington Fire Department, and Lexington Dispatch have all be made aware of the ceremony occuring.
Please contact Major Koon at 359-6260 for any questions.
Thanks for your cooperation.
Traffic Delays for Lexington Race Against Hunger on Saturday, February 23
On Saturday February 23, 2007 between 0700am-1100am residents should expect delays on the following streets:US 378/ Sunset Blvd (between Mallard Lakes Dr. & N. Lake Dr.)
Dreher St.
Harmon St.
US 1/ E. Main St. (between Harmon & S. Lake Dr.)
Maiden Lane
S. Church St.
Elm St.
Gibson Rd.
Hendrix St.
SC 6 North Lake Dr.
Roberts St.
Exit from Mallard Lakes Subdivision
Exit from Coventry Lakes Subdivision
Roadways between Roberts Street and S.Church Street will be closed between 0830am-1030am.
Residents of Hendrix Street, Elm Street, S. Church Street, and Gibson Rd. should expect delays between 0830am-1000am.
Residents of Harmon St. and Corley St should expect delays between 0815am-0930am.
Residents in Mallard Lakes and Coventry Lakes subdivisions should expect delays between 0815am-1000am
A map is available which shows the race and walk routes, as well as the traffic detours that will be in place for this event. Please contact Major Jay Koon at (803) 359-6260 with any questions. Thank you for your cooperation.
MLK Jr Parade Road Closings
On January 20, 2008 between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM residents and businesses should expect delays on the following streets:
US1/Main St (between Harmon St and Columbia Ave)
SC6/Lake Dr (between Corley St and Gibson Rd)
S Church St @ Main St
Third Ave @ Main St
W Butler St
N Church St (between S Lake Dr and Main St)
Berly St
Meetze Ave @ W Butler
A map of the parade route and detours is available on this website.
Please contact Major Koon at 359-6260 with any questions.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Vehicle Break-in Suspect
The Lexington Police Department is asking for help in identifying the person(s) responsible for several vehicle break-ins during the last week. A composite sketch of a possible suspect is found in the press release.
Items being taken include laptop computers, GPS devices, iPods, and other electronic goods. According to the victims, all of the items taken were in plain view. The subjects carrying out these larcenies are looking for unlocked vehicles but will smash windows to gain entry if needed.
The Lexington Police Department is asking citizens to remember to remove all valuables from vehicles parked outside and to report any suspicous activity to 9-1-1.
Toys for Tots Campaign
The Lexington Police Department is once again helping to make Christmas brighter for local children by serving as a Toys for Tots collection point this season.
From now through December 19th you may drop-off a new, unwrapped toy at the Police Department’s offices in the Lexington Municipal Complex at 111 Maiden Lane (behind the Old Court House). All toys collected will go to the Midlands Toys for Tots Campaign.
We will also be having special collection dates at local businesses with area radio and television personalities assisting in the campaign. Watch for more information to be released at a later date as we promote these special drop-off points.
For more information, please contact Major Jay Koon, Assistant Chief of Police, at 803-359-6260 or jkoon@lexsc.com.
Christmas Parade Road Closings and Delays
The annual Christmas Parade will be held on Sunday, December 2. Residents and businesses should expect delays on the following streets between 3 pm and 5:30 pm. A map is available showing the parade route, closed roads, and traffic detours.
US378/Columbia Ave
Butler St
Berly St
Fox St
Reed Ave
Meetze Ave
Caughman Ave
King St
Haygood St
Saxe Gotha St
Please contact Major Koon at (803) 359-6260 or jkoon@lexsc.com with any questions.
Public Safety Checkpoints on November 16
The Town of Lexington Police Department will be conducting Public Safety Checkpoints on Friday, November 16, 2007.
The Lexington Police Department will be conducting the Public Safety Checkpoints in an effort to help reduce the number of accidents and drunk drivers within the Town limits. Officers will be checking driver's licenses, vehicle registrations, and insurance requirements. The Lexington Police Department is committed to ensuring safer roadways for its citizens and visitors through enforcement and education.
For additional information please contact Chief Green at (803) 359-6260.
Veteran's Day Parade Closings/Delays on November 11
On November 11, 2007 between 2:00pm & 4:00pm residents and businesses should expect delays on the following streets:
SC 6/ N.LAKE & S.LAKE DRIVE (BETWEEN DREHER ST. & ROBERTS ST.)
Azalea Dr.
Wingard @ N.Lake
N. Church @ N. Lake
Corley @ N.Lake
Butler @ N.Lake
Main (Between Church St. & HWY 6)
Maiden Ln
Fort @ S.Lake
Gibson & S. Lake
A map is available showing road closings, alternate routes, and the race route.
Please contact Major Koon at 359-6260 with any questions. Thanks for your cooperation.
Wildlife 5K Road Closings/Delays on November 3
On November 3, 2007 between 7:00am & 9:00am residents and businesses should expect delays on the following streets:
Hwy 6/S. Lake Dr. (between Main St. & Gibson Rd.)
Gibson road (between S. Lake Dr. & D. Church St)
S. Church St. (between Gibson Rd. & Elm St.)
Elm St.
Third Ave.
US 1/Main St. (between Third Ave. & S. Lake Dr.)
A map is available showing road closings, alternate routes, and the race route.
Please contact Major Koon at 359-6260 with any questions. Thanks for your cooperation.
Third Annual Fall Festival
On Otober 25, 2007 between 6:00pm & 9:00pm the Town of Lexington Police Department will sponsor its annual Fall Festival. Held at the Town Hall complex on Maiden Ln, children and adults will enjoy food, games, a haunted house, and other fun activities. Cost is $5 per person and $15 maximum per family.
Public Safety Checkpoints on Friday, September 28
The Town of Lexington Police Department will be conducting Public Safety Checkpoints on Friday, September 28, 2007.
The Lexington Police Department will be conducting the Public Safety Checkpoints in an effort to help reduce the number of accidents and drunk drivers within the Town limits. Officers will be checking Drivers Licenses, Vehicle Registration, and Insurance Requirements. The Lexington Police Department is committed to ensuring safer roadways for its citizens and visitors through enforcement and education.
For additional information please contact Chief Green at (803) 359-6260.
Funfest Doo-Dah Parade Road Closings/Delays on September 22
On September 22, 2007 between 9:45am & 11:30am residents and businesses should expect delays on the following streets:
US 1/W. Main St. (between Park Rd. & Barr Rd.)
Gibson Road (between Pondview Ln. & W. Main St.)
Walker St.
Derrick Street
George Street
Hendrix Street (between Gibson Rd & George St.)
A map is available showing road closings, alternate routes, and the parade route.
Please contact Major Koon at 359-6260 with any questions. Thanks for your cooperation.
Funfest 5K Road Closings/Delays on September 15
On September 15, 2007 between 7:00am & 9:00am residents and businesses should expect delays on the following streets:
Hwy 6/S. Lake Dr. (between Main St. & Gibson Rd.)
Gibson road (between S. Lake Dr. & D. Church St)
S. Church St. (between Gibson Rd. & Elm St.)
Elm St.
Third Ave.
US 1/Main St. (between Third Ave. & S. Lake Dr.)
A map is available showing road closings, alternate routes, and the race route.
Please contact Major Koon at 359-6260 with any questions. Thanks for your cooperation.
Public Safety Checkpoints on Friday, August 31
The Town of Lexington Police Department will be conducting Public Safety Checkpoints on Friday, August 31, 2007.
The Lexington Police Department will be conducting the Public Safety Checkpoints in an effort to help reduce the number of accidents and drunk drivers within the Town limits. Officers will be checking Drivers Licenses, Vehicle Registration, and Insurance Requirements. The Lexington Police Department is committed to ensuring safer roadways for its citizens and visitors through enforcement and education.
For additional information please contact Chief Green at (803) 359-6260.
Road Closure Notice - Fort Street on August 11
Fort Street, which runs between the new Lexington County Court House and Lexington United Methodist Church, will be closed on Saturday, August 11, 2007. The closure is for pedestrian safety during a benefit being held for baby Maggie Caffrey from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. The benefit is being hosted by the Lexington United Methodist Church and Lexington School District One. During this time, Fort Street will be closed from East Main St (US 1) to South Lake Drive (SC 6).
For additional information please contact Chief Green at (803) 359-6260.
National Night Out
The Town of Lexington Police Department encourages residents to turn on their porch lights on Tuesday, August 7. As part of the National Night Out program, members of the Department will be available to participate in neighborhood meetings or functions as part of this program.
National Night Out is an opportunity for neighborhoods across the country to turn on their porch lights, go outside and meet their neighbors. National Night Out promotes crime prevention, the prevention of drugs, strengthens neighborhood spirit and police/community relations. It is an opportunity for neighborhoods to let criminals know that they are organized to ensure the safety and security of their neighborhoods.
For additional information please call the Department at (803) 359-6260 and ask to speak to a member of the Community Action Team.
Public Safety Checkpoints
The Town of Lexington Police Department will be conducting Public Safety Checkpoints on Friday, July 27, 2007 within the Town of Lexington.
The Lexington Police Department will be conducting the Public Safety Checkpoints in an effort to help reduce the number of accidents and drunk drivers within the Town limits. Officers will be checking Drivers Licenses, Vehicle Registration, and Insurance Requirements. The Lexington Police Department is committed to ensuring safer roadways for its citizens and visitors through enforcement and education.
For additional information please contact Chief Green at (803) 359-6260.
"Shattered Dreams" Program at Lexington Middle School
The Lexington Police Department and Lexington 1 School District are teaming up to present a re-enactment of a DUI traffic accident. As part of the "Shattered Dreams" program, which begins at 10:30 am on April 26, the accident and its effects on the community will be discussed.
Reserve Officer Program Openings
The Lexington Police Department is currently accepting applications for the Reserve Officer program. Applicants must be twenty-one years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a S.C. Driver's License. Must be in good health and able to meet the Lexington Police Department's physical fitness requirements, and the requirements of the S.C. Criminal Justice Academy.
Applications may be obtained from the Public Safety Building at 111 Maiden Lane or our website. All applications must be submitted by March 31, 2007, to Chief Terrence Green , P.O. Box 397, Lexington, SC 29071.
Spring 2007 Citizen's Academy from March 6 to May 8
The Lexington Police Department is currently seeking applicants for the Citizen’s Police Academy. The purpose of The Citizen’s Police Academy is to provide an opportunity for citizens to learn more about police operations and to build a stronger relationship between the community and the department. The academy will run for ten weeks starting March 6, 2007 until May 8, 2007 on Tuesday nights (no meeting on April 3) between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. The classes will be held at the Lexington Police Department’s training facility with some off site locations. The course will be administered by police department personnel. The curriculum includes an overview of police operations and organization, introduction to community oriented policing, patrol functions, criminal investigations, narcotics and many other aspects of the department. Qualified applicants must be twenty one years of age, reside or work in the Town of Lexington and successfully submit to a background check to be completed by the department. For more information or to request an application please contact Corporal Doug Lee at 359-6260.
Traffic Delays for Lexington Race Against Hunger on Saturday, February 24
On Saturday February 24, 2007 between 0700am-1100am residents should expect delays on the following streets:US 378/ Sunset Blvd (between Mallard Lakes Dr. & N. Lake Dr.)
Dreher St.
Harmon St.
US 1/ E. Main St. (between Harmon & S. Lake Dr.)
Maiden Lane
S. Church St.
Elm St.
Gibson Rd.
Hendrix St.
SC 6 North Lake Dr.
Roberts St.
Exit from Mallard Lakes Subdivision
Exit from Coventry Lakes Subdivision
Roadways between Roberts Street and S.Church Street will be closed between 0830am-1030am.
Residents of Hendrix Street, Elm Street, S. Church Street, and Gibson Rd. should expect delays between 0830am-1000am.
Residents of Harmon St. and Corley St should expect delays between 0815am-0930am.
Residents in Mallard Lakes and Coventry Lakes subdivisions should expect delays between 0815am-1000am
A map is available which shows the race and walk routes, as well as the traffic detours that will be in place for this event. Please contact Major Jay Koon at (803) 359-6260 with any questions. Thank you for your cooperation.
Free Child Safety Seat Checks on Wednesday, February 14
On Wednesday, February 14 from 1 pm until 5 pm, officers from the Lexington Police Department will be available in the Wal-Mart shopping center on Sunset Blvd (US 378) to check the installation of your child safety seats. Officers from the Department's Community Action Team who are specially trained in safety seat installation will be on hand to check, and if necessary adjust, the installation of your child safety seats. Parents or those who are expecting are encouraged to come by for this free, quick check.
Please contact Corporal Doug Lee at (803) 359-6260 with any questions.
Public Safety Checkpoints and School Zone Enforcement
On Friday, February 4, 2007 the Town of Lexington Police Department will be conducting Public Safety Check Points within the Town of Lexington. Officers will also be out in force monitoring Public School Zones.
Officers will be looking for Impaired Drivers, Driving Under Suspension, and Operating Uninsured Drivers. Officers will also increase enforcement in School Zones within the Town. The Lexington Police Department is committed to ensuring safer roadways for its citizens and visitors through enforcement and education. For additional information please see the Press Releases page or contact Chief Green at (803) 359-6260.
Site Assessment for Re-Accreditation
The Town of Lexington Police Department has applied to undergo on-site assessment as part of a program to maintain state accreditation by verifying that it meets professional standards.
Administered by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc., the accreditation program requires agencies to comply with state-of-the-art standards in four basic areas: policy and procedures, administration, operations, and support services.
Anyone wishing to submit written comments about the Lexington Police Department’s ability to comply with the standards for accreditation may send them to:
South Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc.
C/O South Carolina Sheriff’s Association
7338 Broad River Road
Irmo, South Carolina, 29063
Attn: Debra Covington
