WEST UNION, IOWA – The West Union Police Department announced that they received a new Kawasaki Side-by-Side (SxS) from Decorah Kawasaki Suzuki Sports Center.
This vehicle (pictured at top, via police) was introduced on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
A Kawasaki Side-by-Side (SxS), also known as a utility terrain vehicle (UTV), is a four-wheel off-road vehicle characterized by automotive-style controls—such as a steering wheel and foot pedals—and seats positioned next to each other rather than straddled. Unlike traditional ATVs, these vehicles include a protective roll cage and can accommodate between two and six passengers depending on the model.
Police say the UTV will be used to enhance patrol capabilities and improve our response in areas that are difficult for traditional squad cars to access. The SxS will assist officers during missing person searches, patrol along the new walking trail, and operations during large community events such as the Fayette County Fair, just to name a few.
The West Union Police Department would like to extend a sincere thank you to Larry Hauber, owner of Decorah Kawasaki Suzuki Sports Center, for his assistance in acquiring this vehicle for our department and supporting local law enforcement.
3 thoughts on “Northern Iowa police department introduces fancy new UTV”
It says it came from the Decorah Kawasaki Suzuki Sports Center. Does that mean it was given to them or they bought it from them? It will be a crowd pleaser in the many summer parades it will be driven in.
Great use of the taxpayers money..
Better than an armoured truck