In the event of an emergency, dial 911
Non-emergency Dispatch: (859) 887-5447
Business Office: (859) 885-9467, M-F 8am to 4pm
The Nicholasville Police Department was formed on February 8, 1812, the same day the city was incorporated. The original station was located on West Oak Street until 1984. At that time, the Nicholasville Police Department moved to 510 N. Main Street where it shared building space with the Nicholasville Fire Department Station #1.
The original agency grew in size over the years as the population and needs of the city increased. The Nicholasville Police Department moved to a brand-new space in 2022 at 717 N. Main Street.
Currently, the Nicholasville Police Department consists of 79 sworn officers and 11 civilian personnel, along with multiple divisions and units that exist to serve the City of Nicholasville.
2025 Patrol Statistics
General Calls
Legal questions, Drug activity, Flag downs, 911 hang-ups, harassment, welfare status checks, etc.
10,000 +
Roadways and Traffic
Collisions, Motorist assist, Out w/ vehicle, Reckless driver, Road rage traffic, Stop drunk driver
8,335
Potential Threats
Suspicious activity, Unstable status, Overdose, Suicidal threats, Animal, Fire, Alarms, Complaints, Out of control
4,499
Investigative
Thefts, Burglary, Shoplifting, Investigations, Fraud
1,985
Person to Person
Assault, Domestics, EPOs, Trespassing, Kidnapping
1,274
Total Arrests
2025
1,242
NPD Through the Years...
