Police
Our mission statement: To create a safe and secure environment in which to live, work, and visit by working together with the community, enforcing the law in a fair and impartial manner, preserving the peace and order in our neighborhoods, and safeguarding our Constitutional guarantees.
Our Values
- Act with Integrity
- Respect for Our Employees and Citizens
- Service to Our Community
- Accountability for Our Actions and Results
- Team for the Common Good
- Innovate to Better Serve
- Reverence for the Law
Tacoma Police Chief
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Meet Interim Tacoma Police Chief Patti Jackson
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Police ChiefPatti Jackson
Throughout my career — whether leading Corrections, Patrol Operations, or broader agency efforts across the Tacoma Police Department — I have focused on accountability, integrity, and strengthening the people who serve with selfless dedication every day. After more than 35 years in law enforcement, stepping up to serve as the Chief of the Tacoma Police Department isn’t about chasing a title — it’s about answering the call when leadership is needed most.
As a law enforcement professional, I am committed to promoting the wellness, resilience, and professionalism of our personnel. Why? Because when we invest in our people, we become even stronger in the service we provide to our community. My colleagues and I care about our neighbors across the city of Tacoma and are innovating to better serve them with integrity and respect.
It’s an honor to stand with the dedicated men and women of the Tacoma Police Department as we move forward together — leading with purpose, building trust, and always keeping our focus where it belongs: on those we serve.
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About the Tacoma Police Department
Our department is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), which only two percent of agencies nationwide hold. With this accreditation, the department’s policies, procedures, management, operations, and support services are routinely assessed to ensure the highest standards of contemporary law enforcement are being met.
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Tacoma Police Department
6 hours ago
Second Homicide Arrest - 2700 South Orchard
Tacoma, Wash. – Through continued investigation, Tacoma Police detectives developed probable cause to arrest a second adult male in connection with this homicide. On October 17, 2025, detectives took the second suspect into custody without ...incident and booked him into the Pierce County Jail for Murder in the first degree and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in the first Degree.
Previously, on October 10, 2025, detectives identified and arrested an adult male suspect in relation to this case. That suspect was booked into the Pierce County Jail for Murder in the Second Degree and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in the Second Degree.
On October 10, 2025, just after noon, officers were dispatched to the 2700 block of South Orchard Street for reports of an unresponsive male. Officers arrived on scene and located an adult male victim with apparent gunshot wounds. Tacoma Fire Department personnel arrived and pronounced the male deceased.
Detectives and Crime Scene Technicians responded and are investigating this incident as a homicide.
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Tacoma Police Department
6 hours ago
Second Homicide Arrest - 2700 South Orchard
Tacoma, Wash. – Through continued investigation, Tacoma Police detectives developed probable cause to arrest a second adult male in connection with this homicide. On October 17, 2025, detectives took the second suspect into
Tacoma Police Department
2 days ago
🎃 3rd Annual Hosmer Trunk or Treat! 👻
The Tacoma Police Department is partnering with the Southend Neighborhood Council, Sage Investment Group, and the Hosmer Business Association to bring you our 3rd Annual Hosmer Trunk or Treat!
Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and ...festive place for families to enjoy Halloween together. 🚔🍬 Last year, more than 400 attendees joined us, and this year promises to be even bigger and better!
Bring your costumes, your candy buckets, and your Halloween spirit! 🎃✨
📍 9505 S. Steele Street, Tacoma
📅 October 25, 2025 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
We can’t wait to see you there!
#gritcitycops #tacomapd #hosmertrunkortreat #gritcityhalloween
Tacoma Police Department
2 days ago
🎃 3rd Annual Hosmer Trunk or Treat! 👻
The Tacoma Police Department is partnering with the Southend Neighborhood Council, Sage Investment Group, and the Hosmer Business Association to bring you our 3rd Annual Hosmer Trunk or Treat!
Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and ...festive place for families to enjoy Halloween together. 🚔🍬 Last year, more than 400 attendees joined us, and this year promises to be even bigger and better!
Bring your costumes, your candy buckets, and your Halloween spirit! 🎃✨
📍 9505 S. Steele Street, Tacoma
📅 October 25, 2025 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
We can’t wait to see you there!
#gritcitycops #tacomapd #hosmertrunkortreat #gritcityhalloween
Tacoma Police Department
4 days ago
Homicide Investigation and Arrest - 3700 South Orchard
Tacoma, Wash. – On October 10, 2025, just after 2:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 3700 block of South Orchard Street for reports of gunfire in the area. Officers arrived on scene and located an adult male
Tacoma Police Department
4 days ago
Homicide Investigation and Arrest - 3700 South Orchard
Tacoma, Wash. – On October 10, 2025, just after 2:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 3700 block of South Orchard Street for reports of gunfire in the area. Officers arrived on scene and located an adult male victim with ...apparent gunshot wounds and immediately began life-saving measures. Tacoma Fire Department personnel responded and transported the victim to a local hospital in critical condition.
Over the weekend, the victim’s condition worsened, and he ultimately died at the hospital from complications related to the shooting.
During the initial stages of the investigation, detectives identified and arrested an adult male suspect in connection with the case. The suspect was booked into the Pierce County Jail for Murder, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, and Drive-By Shooting.
Detectives and Crime Scene Technicians are investigating this incident as a homicide.
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Tacoma Police Department
4 days ago
Homicide Arrest - 2700 South Orchard
Tacoma, Wash. – Detectives have identified and arrested an adult male suspect in connection with this case. The suspect was booked into the Pierce County Jail for Murder in the Second Degree and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm in the Second ...Degree.
On October 10, 2025, just after noon, officers were dispatched to the 2700 block of South Orchard Street for reports of an unresponsive male. Officers arrived on scene and located an adult male victim with apparent gunshot wounds. Tacoma Fire Department personnel arrived and pronounced the male deceased.
Detectives and Crime Scene Technicians responded and are investigating this incident as a homicide.
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Tacoma Police Department
6 days ago
This week, Chief Patti Jackson, along with Assistant Chiefs Lane, Karl, and Young-Haskins, hosted the Tacoma Police Department’s first public meeting in the new “Let’s Talk Tacoma” series.
The event invited community members to share questions, concerns, and ideas directly with ...department leadership. The goal of the series is to strengthen communication, increase transparency, and build trust through meaningful conversation.
We want to extend our sincere thanks to Gesa Credit Union and Coordinated Care for generously providing food for attendees, and to everyone who joined us, participated, and submitted thoughtful questions. Your engagement helps guide the conversation and shape the future of public safety in Tacoma.
Stay tuned for future Let’s Talk Tacoma meetings as we continue connecting with neighborhoods across the city.
#LetsTalkTacoma #GritCityCops #TacomaPD #CommunityEngagement
Tacoma Police Department
6 days ago
This week, Chief Patti Jackson, along with Assistant Chiefs Lane, Karl, and Young-Haskins, hosted the Tacoma Police Department’s first public meeting in the new “Let’s Talk Tacoma” series.
The event invited community members to share questions, concerns, and ideas directly with ...department leadership. The goal of the series is to strengthen communication, increase transparency, and build trust through meaningful conversation.
We want to extend our sincere thanks to Gesa Credit Union, Anthem Coffee, and Coordinated Care for generously providing food for attendees, and to everyone who joined us, participated, and submitted thoughtful questions. Your engagement helps guide the conversation and shape the future of public safety in Tacoma.
Stay tuned for future Let’s Talk Tacoma meetings as we continue connecting with neighborhoods across the city.
#LetsTalkTacoma #GritCityCops #TacomaPD #CommunityEngagement