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Springfield police and fire report rising calls, offer community programs and recruitment opportunities
Summary
Springfield police reported 7,243 calls so far today and 56,821 calls in 2025; fire officials reported 2,466 calls today (about 85–86% EMS). Both divisions promoted recruitment, a Citizens Police Academy, and a free smoke-detector installation program.
Allison Elliott, chief of police, said on ChiefChat that the Springfield Police Division had received 7,243 calls "as of earlier this morning" and that the department ended 2025 with 56,821 calls for service, an increase from 2024. Elliott said greater staffing has allowed the department to be more proactive on traffic, businesses and quality-of-life checks.
Elliott said the…
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