Pentwater Police Department

The Penwater Police Department is fully committed to the residents of the Village by providing law enforcement, promoting peace and quality of life, and protecting the community as a whole. Our mission is to continue to uphold these traditions and to maintain a positive energy within the community.

Our Police Department strives to make sure the community is informed and updated on what is happening in our little town. They do this by having multiple informational outlets, this includes Facebook, Twitter, Code Red and Next Door. You can find the links to these pages to the right under the Keep Us Informed tab.

Police Chief
Laude Hartrum
lhartrum@pentwatervillage.org
Phone: 231-869-8301 ext. #109 (use # sign)
Non-Emergency: 231-869-5858
If An Emergency, Please Call 911

Night Officer
Phone: 231-869-8301 ext. #108 (use # sign)
Non-Emergency: 231-869-5858
If An Emergency, Please Call 911

Lexis Nexis - Police Report

There are a couple of options Police Reports can be obtained for viewing. The first option is to fill out a Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA) Request Form and submit it to Village Hall. The paperwork can be downloaded off the Village Website on the Freedom Of Information Act Page. The second option is a direct link to print out and pay for a Crash Report directly from Lexis Nexis.

Play Safe

Play Safe Pentwater Welcome to the Village of Pentwater, we hope you have a lot of fun while you're here. One of the best things about the Village is the small town atmosphere. The beach and water activities are at the center of fun in Pentwater and the main streets of travel are shared by pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and skateboarders.

When you visit we ask that you practice some quick and easy safety rules. Please review these rules at the blue "Play Safe Info" tab on this page.

Pentwater Police Recognition

The Pentwater Police Department was among several local law enforcement agencies to receive a Special Tribute from the State Senator Jon Bumstead and the Michigan 100th Legislature for their work during the recent months.

The Pentwater Police Department thanks the Legislature for their recognition and support and join with Senator Bumstead is encouraging everyone to stay safe and act responsibly.

Documents and Links

Keep Us Informed

Go to Links:

Pentwater Police Facebook Page

Download Documents:

Golf Cart Rules (PDF)

Pedestrian Safety (PDF)

Skateboard Safety (PDF)

Deer Management

Download Document:

Feeding Deer in the Village (PDF)

Forms and Publications

Download Document:

Police "House Watch" Property Inspection Form (PDF)

Mobile Crisis Stabilization Services Available Now

Law Enforcement Agencies in Lake, Mason, and Oceana Counties have a new tool in their toolbox to help those suffering from mental health issues. Beginning in February, a new service has been available to those who struggle with mental health issues. It's called Mobile Crisis Stabilization Services or CSS. The service is available 24/7 to any person experiencing a mental health crisis regardless of insurance.

For the first time, West Michigan Community Mental Health is providing immediate crisis intervention for mental health and substance use issues. CSS staff can respond directly to family homes, schools, or emergency departments when individuals and families are in crisis and need in need of mental health services.

Trained clinical Staff will present a risk assessment and recommendations for services. Their responses are flexible and individualized. Clinical Staff will help you develop a safety and crisis plan as needed and help arrange for follow-up care.

The strategies are strengths-based and need-driven with a priority given to using community resources. If you suffer from mild to moderate mental illness or substance use call 1-800-922-2061 and ask to speak to someone from CSS, help end the stigma of mental illness today - call now and start down the road to recovery.

Police Station
65 S. Hancock St.
P.O. Box 622
Pentwater, MI 49449-0622

Phone: 231-869-8301 ext. #109 (use # sign)
Fax: 231-869-5120

Non-Emergency: 231-869-5858
If An Emergency, Please Call 911