City of Adel Police

04/25/2025

Congratulations to Adel’s newest Iowa Law Enforcement Academy graduate. Officer Nelson wrapped up 16 weeks of training and will now serve the citizens of Adel.

04/23/2025

Last week was a challenging week to say the least The following was posted by Adair County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Jeff Vanderwater. Thank you for the kind and thoughtful words.

“ALL of the peace officers involved in this incident encountered an especially evil individual Tuesday morning on a very dark and rural stretch of I-80 in Dallas County. About 37 hours prior in Colorado, this individual shot a female in the head while in the presence of a Colorado Springs police officer and then fired on that same Colorado Springs police officer, before fleeing the scene.

When a Dallas County deputy initiated a traffic stop for one or more traffic offenses on April 15, 2025, little did the deputy know that the traffic stop involved an individual who had an out-of-state warrant for his arrest, was driving a stolen vehicle, who had recently tried to commit murder upon at least two persons in Colorado, who was possessing a stolen handgun and was mentally prepared to try and murder multiple of OUR peace officers here in central Iowa.

Even after firing multiple shots at OUR peace officers, those involved had the training, professionalism and composure to attempt to take this individual into custody without further bloodshed; but the bad guy instead chose violence.

As peace officers, much of the time we are only able to react to the circumstances presented to us during the course of any given situation. When confronted with one of the most extreme, challenging and life-threatening situations that we, the public, ask our peace officers to handle, all of those involved rose to the challenge, performed exceptionally under great pressure and did the job that we ask them to do; protect themselves, protect each other and ultimately (and most importantly), protect society.

This job that we ask our peace officers to perform does not come without a cost. This cost is one that can be extremely high and can take an extreme physical and emotional toll on the peace officer and their family. Please keep all of those directly involved, their immediate family and all the additional first responders who also had a duty to investigate and respond to this incident and others like it, in your thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks”.

Sheriff Jeff Vandewater

04/19/2025

Female yellow lab found in the 800 block of Cottage, blue shock collar and pink collar with no tag. Please call 515-993-4567 to claim.
Adel Veterinary ClinicThe Animal Hospital of Adel Community

04/18/2025

Female yellow lab found in the 800 block of Cottage, blue shock collar and pink collar with no tag. Please call 515-993-4567 to claim.
Adel Veterinary ClinicThe Animal Hospital of Adel Community

04/18/2025

Additional information related to our suspect in the shooting earlier this week. A press release from El Paso County Colorado.

04/15/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Dallas County Sheriff’s Office//
4/15/2025

Dallas County — On 4/15/25, at approximately 1:34 a.m. law enforcement investigated a traffic complaint near the 104 mile marker of Interstate 80. Deputies with the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office, Adair County Sheriff’s Office, Stuart Police Department, Iowa State Patrol, and the Adel Police department assisted in the investigation. During the course of the incident, deputies and officers discharged their fi****ms.

Per standard protocol, officers and deputies involved have been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.

The Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is conducting a thorough and independent investigation into the incident. The name of the involved Officers/Deputies are being withheld at this time pending notification requirements and the ongoing investigative process.

We are committed to transparency and will provide additional information as it becomes available and as the investigation allows.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Division of Criminal Investigation.

UPDATE: April 15, 2025 | 12:00 PM
At approximately 1:34 a.m. today, a Dallas County Deputy and a Stuart Police Officer were conducting a traffic investigation just east of the 104-mile marker on Interstate 80.

During the course of the investigation, the suspect, without provocation, fired multiple shots at law enforcement. Following the initial gunfire, additional units from the Adair County Sheriff’s Office, Iowa State Patrol, Adel Police Department, and more deputies from the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene to assist. Officers on scene were fired upon several more times before returning fire. The suspect was ultimately struck and pronounced dead at the scene.

This remains an active investigation. Authorities are continuing to gather all available facts and make the appropriate notifications. At this time, no additional updates are anticipated for the remainder of the day.
Media Contact: Sheriff Adam Infante

03/26/2025

It’s that time again 🚓=🍦
APD is armed with a stack of tickets and we can’t wait to start issuing them. If an officer catches you out doing some good in your community it just might be you!
Thanks to Blue Kindness & Billy's Ice Cream Store for once again partnering with us to make this happen.

03/18/2025

And another dog. Found at large around town. Male, no tag, no chip. If you know the owner or if it’s you please contact Adel Police @ 515-993-4567. City of Adel, IowaAdel Veterinary ClinicThe Animal Hospital of AdelAdel Community

03/11/2025

03/10/2025

Another day another lost dog. Pit/mix with “Diesel“ on its collar. Please call 515-993-4567 to claim. City of Adel, IowaAdel Veterinary ClinicThe Animal Hospital of Adel Adel Community

03/10/2025

Happy Monday!

03/06/2025

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - CITY OF ADEL - PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX LEVY
Fiscal Year July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
CITY #: 25-228
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year City property tax levy as follows:
Meeting Date: 3/24/2025 Meeting Time: 06:00 PM Meeting Location: Adel City Hall, 301 S 10th St, Adel, IA 50003
At the public hearing any resident or taxpayer may present objections to, or arguments in favor of the proposed tax levy. After the hearing of the proposed tax
levy, the City Council will publish notice and hold a hearing on the proposed city budget.

https://www.adeliowa.gov/news_detail_T3_R20.php

03/06/2025

City of Adel, Iowa Adel Veterinary Clinic Adel Community

03/06/2025

Got another pup that has lost his owner. Found in the 1400 blk of Court. If you have any information please contact the Adel police 515-993-4567.

03/05/2025

An Emergency Parking Ban for Snow Removal will go into effect for the City of Adel starting at 12:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 5th. This parking ban will remain in effect until 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 6th. Thank you and stay safe everyone!

03/03/2025

We are excited to be part of the first PD vs FD chili cook off! Adel Volunteer Fire Association City of Adel, Iowa Adel Community

03/03/2025

Oh no, mother nature is confused again! Gonna be an interesting week.

03/03/2025

Need owner identified! Found running loose in the 1400 block of S 5th Street Adel. Male terrior mix Orange collar, no tags or chip. Call 515-993-4567 to claim.