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Electric dirt bikes, mopeds, and motorcycles are increasingly being advertised to youth & their families – but the combination of young, inexperienced riders and devices capable of high speeds on neighborhood streets can have dire consequences.

What families need to know:
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Know What You’re Buying: Many of these devices are advertised as being suitable for young teens, but are either not street legal at all or are electric motorcycles and require users to be 16+ and have a license, endorsement, registration, and wear a helmet. Look for speed & wattage limits before you buy.

Rules of the Road: Ensure young people understand and are prepared to follow the rules of the road every time – including where they are allowed to ride, requirements for stopping for pedestrians, how to navigate uncontrolled intersections, and appropriate speeds.

Safety First: Always require helmets and safety gear. Ensure you’re following best practices for charging & care of batteries & devices.

Check out the E-Ride Guide from the Washington Traffic Safety Commission to learn more about different types of e-mobility devices and what rules apply: wtsc.wa.gov/erideguide/

Let's keep every ride a safe one. Join us as we work together for safer streets!

🇺🇸 Today starts National Police Week 🇺🇸

During National Police Week, we honor the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of law enforcement officers who serve their communities each day and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

At the Tacoma ...Police Department, we are incredibly thankful for the officers from our department and across the country who dedicate their lives to serving others. Their sacrifice, service, and impact on the communities they protected will never be forgotten.

We are also grateful for the families who stand beside these officers through the long hours, challenges, and sacrifices that come with this profession. We are eternally grateful to the families of our fallen officers, whose strength and support will never be forgotten. We see you, and we thank you.

To all current, retired, and fallen officers: we thank you. Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

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#NationalPoliceWeek #TacomaPolice #NeverForgotten #HonorTheFallen

❤️TO OUR SUPERHERO MOMS❤️

Today, the Tacoma Police Department celebrates all the moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, guardians, and mother figures who make a difference every single day — at home, at work, and throughout our community.

To the moms serving in uniform, ...supporting loved ones behind the scenes, and helping shape the next generation: thank you for everything you do.

Happy Mother’s Day, Tacoma. 💙💐🚔

Homicide Arrest– 1100 block of S J St

Tacoma, WA – On May 8, 2026, detectives arrested an adult male in connection with the April 23, 2026, homicide investigation. He was taken into custody without incident and booked into the Pierce County Jail on a homicide charge.

At ...approximately 9:00 p.m. on April 23, 2026, Tacoma Police responded to the 1100 block of S J St following reports of a shooting. Officers arrived and located an adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Officers immediately began lifesaving measures until personnel from the Tacoma Fire Department arrived. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.

Detectives continue to actively investigate this incident as a homicide.

🚲💙 BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY WITH SHERMAN ELEMENTARY 💙🚲

Yesterday morning, members of the Tacoma Police Department Bicycle Response Team had the opportunity to join students from Sherman Elementary as they rode their bikes to school for Sherman Elementary’s Bike to School event.
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Officers joined students, families, and staff for a ride through the neighborhood while promoting bike safety, healthy activity, and community connection along the way.

There may have been a few debates about who had the faster bikes… but we’ll let the kids take that win today. 🚴‍♂️😄

Thank you to @tacomaschools , Sherman Elementary, and all the families who participated in making the morning such a fun and positive event. Opportunities like this are a great reminder that some of the best conversations happen while simply riding side-by-side.

#TacomaPolice #BikeToSchoolDay #TacomaPublicSchools #ShermanElementary #GetToKnowUsBeforeYouNeedUs