Category: Huntsville Police
Huntsville Police and Parks & Recreation to hold third annual Halloween Party and Haunted House extravaganza
October 9, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) and Huntsville Parks & Recreation are excited to announce a seasonal highlight is back for another year. The third annual Halloween Party and Haunted House will be Sunday, Oct. 27, from 4-9 p.m. at The Orion Amphitheater, 701 Amphitheater Dr. NW. This free event offers spooky fun for revelers of all ages. “We’re excited to continue this Halloween tradition for the third year,” said Chief Kirk Giles. [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Police arrest hit-and-run driver
October 9, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) responded to a hit-and-run involving a pedestrian near the intersection of Weatherly Road and Cannstatt Drive on Wednesday, Oct. 9, at approximately 6:45 a.m. When officers arrived, they found a 16-year-old male with life-threatening injuries. He was immediately transported by HEMSI to Huntsville Hospital for treatment. The suspect vehicle fled the scene, but witnesses provided a detailed description that led to officers locating the vehicle and driver. After [ more ]
Read MoreTraffic Advisory: South Star Festival
September 26, 2024
With the South Star Festival at John Hunt Park just a few days away, the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) asks drivers to avoid the area unless they are attending the event. Jaycee Way and part of Steve Hettinger Drive will be closed through Tuesday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. to accommodate festival traffic as well as post-event breakdown. One lane of Leeman Ferry Road will be closed through the weekend to [ more ]
Read MoreSouth Star Festival: Huntsville departments working together to ensure smooth event
September 24, 2024
The countdown is on for the inaugural South Star Festival, set for Saturday and Sunday at the John Hunt Park Festival Grounds. Several City departments are collaborating closely to ensure the event runs smoothly for attendees as well as residents and business owners. This coordination provides a solid foundation for the festival’s future growth. Leading up to the event, the City made infrastructure improvements to the Festival Grounds, though some were already [ more ]
Read MoreTraffic Alert: Trail of Tears Motorcycle Ride
September 19, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) Traffic Services Unit will support participants of the annual Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride as they navigate safely through the City on Saturday, Sept. 21. Event organizers are expecting up to 10,000 riders to participate. Drivers should expect delays from 9 a.m. until noon on major roadways and Interstate 565. Starting at 9 a.m., HPD officers will shut down U.S. 72 East at Shields Road and Moores Mill Road to all westbound traffic [ more ]
Read MoreHuntsville Police North Precinct to host last Family Fun Night of the year
September 13, 2024
Join the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) for a community event guaranteed to have a slice of fun for everyone. HPD’s North Precinct is hosting its last Family Fun Night event of the year on Monday, Sept. 23, from 5-7 p.m. at the Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center, 3011 Sparkman Drive. All ages are welcome. “We want our community members to see us as their partners,” said HPD Captain Tony McElyea. “These monthly [ more ]
Read MoreSecond teen charged with capital murder in connection to Max Luther Drive shooting
September 10, 2024
A second teen has been charged with capital murder and two counts of first-degree assault in connection to a shooting on Max Luther Drive on Tuesday, Sept. 3. The 15-year-old male was taken into custody by U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Cocoa Beach, Fla., on Monday, Sept. 9 after disembarking from a cruise ship. Information on extradition is not available at this time.
Read MoreHuntsville Police seek public comment on service, performance
September 9, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) seeks community feedback as part of its reaccreditation process with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). Residents can share their insights on HPD’s community involvement, public safety services and overall suitability for reaccreditation through CALEA’s public comment portal. Comments, which may include both commendations and concerns, will be sent directly to CALEA for evaluation. The portal is specifically for providing feedback on HPD’s service [ more ]
Read MoreMajor Crimes Unit arrest
September 4, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) charged a 16-year-old with capital murder after a shooting on Max Luther Drive at 4:40 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 3. An HPD officer responded to Huntsville Hospital after three gunshot victims arrived for treatment. One of the victims died at the hospital. Another victim remains in the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The responding officer learned the shooting involved juveniles in two vehicles on Max Luther Drive just west of Washington Street. Officers [ more ]
Read MoreSBI investigating shooting death
August 26, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) responded to a domestic violence call in the 6200 block of Rime Village Drive just before 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24. An armed suspect fired at a fleeing female in front of an HPD officer. An officer discharged his weapon, mortally wounding the suspect. No officers were injured during the incident. Per protocol, HPD requested the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) to lead the [ more ]
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