Do You Know Olivette's Fire Department History?

Olivette depended upon University City to answer fire calls in the modest city beginnings.

Gun Shown, Dead Rats Left on Doorstep

Olivette police report recents incidents on one block where a gun was reportedly flourished at a neighbor and dead rats were found on a doorstep.

How to Get Rid of Your Old Medicine Near Olivette on Saturday

Did you know dumping your old drugs down the toilet is dangerous?

Mugs in the News: The Faces that Made This Week's Crime Headlines

The following mug shots were taken from various St. Louis County, St. Charles County and Jefferson County Patch crime reports between April 13 through April 19.

Olivette Looking to Hire New Police Officer

The City of Olivette has an opening for a full-time police officer. Are you the best candidate for the job? The deadline to apply is next month.

NEWS NEARBY: 'Patch' Tipster Says Suspicious Men Came To Her Door

Police want to hear from you if people come to your door asking for information.

Police: No Crime Committed In Ladue Middle School Instagram Bullying

An investigation into a second posting which invoked the image of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooter is still ongoing.

How Many Speeding Tickets Do Olivette Cops Write?

The city regularly reports a summary of violations that the Olivette Police attend to each month.

Police Investigating IRS Scam That Cost Victim Thousands Of Dollars

Scammer said they were from the IRS and collecting a debt.

Police Investigate Identity Theft Incidents

A pair of cases involve credit cards which were used out of state.

Dog Bites Dog; Owner Gets A Ticket

Olivette Police said the incident happened on Olive Boulevard earlier this month.

Police Investigating Armed Robbery

Cash and a cell phone were taken in the Olivette hold-up.

Thousands Of Dollars Worth of Copper Stolen

The case is under investigation by the Olivette Police Department.

Cops: 'Suspicious Person' In Olivette Offers Yardwork, Then Steals

See this warning from Olivette police.

Police Log: Dealing Drugs Near A School & A Bomb Threat

The following cases are under investigation by the Olivette Police Department.

Olivette Cops Planning to Start Sobriety Checkpoints in March

The city plans to operate random checkpoints through September.

Most Read Public Safety Stories in Olivette in February

Check out the roundup of stories related to crime in or near Olivette during the month.

How Many Crimes Were Reported In Olivette Last Month?

The city compiles monthly statistics about the thefts, burglaries, drug offenses and other crimes reported.

Police Log: Upset At Animal Control & Chasing A Child With A Knife

A look at recent incidents under investigation by the Olivette Police Department.

Man Told Not To Return To Animal Control

Olivette Police say the man was angry about fines.

Police Investigate Incidents At Logos School

Authorities were called earlier this month for three cases involving peace disturbances.

Chamber Will Honor Olivette's Police Officer and Firefighter Of The Year

The Creve Coeur-Olivette Chamber of Commerce's annual gala auction will be held Friday night.

New Info in Smoke Land Burglary: Olivette Man Grabbed Cigarettes, Police Say

Nathaniel Miller, who lived near the cigarette and liquor store, is being held in St. Louis County jail on a $45,000 bond.

News Nearby: Man Charged in Knifepoint Robbery Near the Loop

Another man was charged in December for the Oct. 25 robbery in U City.

Police Log: Several Drivers Fleeing Accident Scenes

Olivette Police also made an arrest in a pair of smash and grab burglaries.

Man Charged In Smoke Land Smash and Grab Cases

The Olivette business was targeted twice last month.

Register Now For The Citizen Police Academy

The program is a cooperative effort between police in Creve Coeur, Frontenac, Olivette, Town and Country and Des Peres.

Pocket Knife Reportedly Found in Student's Backpack

Police were reportedly called to Logos School in Olivette Thursday after school staff found a pocket knife in a student's backpack.

Safe Schools Training to Come From Police

A police-led committee of the area's long-standing Safe Schools Partnership will offer training to St. Louis area school teams, including the Ladue School District.

School Safety Status Quo is Unacceptable, Says Ladue and Other Districts

While the Cooperating School Districts leader says school security plans are not a "one size fits all" proposition, he is advocating for changes that may require new taxes.

News Nearby: Man Didn't Tell Girlfriend He Had HIV for Two Years, Police Say

Police said the Pagedale man also slashed his girlfriend's tires in December.

Top 10 Police & Fire Stories in Olivette in January

Here are the public safety stories that you read the most on Olivette Patch this month. Does this line up with what you remember?

Olivette's Smoke Land Hit by 2nd Smash-and-Grab in 2 Weeks

A break-in on Jan. 15 had a burglar snatch the store's cash register. This morning's break-in was very similar, police say.

News Nearby: Police Say Woman Forged Percocet Prescription

Police said a pharmacy technician spotted clues the prescription was a fake.

Police Log: Cops Investigate Child Who Left His Parents' Home

Drunken driving and a reckless driver were among the incidents investigated by city police.

Police Log: Accidents, Stolen Items Among Highlights of Latest Report

Some of the highlights from the most recent police blotter reported by the Olivette Police Department. It includes stolen items and an honest person.

Olivette Police Deal with Phone Harassment Case; Is It a Crime in Missouri?

The latest rundown of Olivette police incidents includes an item about phone harassment. The victim's father called police.

St. Louis County's Most Wanted Fugitives

Here is the list of Most Wanted fugitives published by the St. Louis County Police Department.

Weird News: Burglar Foils Unsecure Security Camera

A roundup of odd, unusual and head-scratching crimes in the St. Louis area.

How Many Calls Did the Olivette Fire Department Respond to in 2012?

Check it out and tell us if the number surprises you.