News from Police
Feb 23, 2026
Swearing-In Ceremony for Chief Patti Jackson
On Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., the Tacoma Police Department will hold a swearing-in and badge-pinning ceremony for Chief Patti Jackson. Members of the media are…
Feb 03, 2026
City Council Confirms Appointment of Patti Jackson as Tacoma’s Police Chief
On February 3, 2026, the City Council confirmed Interim City Manager Hyun Kim’s appointment of Patti Jackson as Tacoma’s Police Chief, effective February 9, 2026. “Tacoma matters to…
Feb 02, 2026
Homicide Investigation – 1200 Block of South I Street
At approximately 9:40 AM on February 1, 2026, Tacoma Police responded to an address in the 1200 block of S I street for a report of…
Jan 20, 2026
Tacoma Police Arrest Suspect in Series of Robberies Targeting Elderly Women
The Tacoma Police Department arrested an adult male following an extensive investigation into a series of robberies targeting elderly women. On January 16, 2025, Tacoma Police arrested the…
Jan 01, 2026
Homicide Investigation – 3500 block of E Grandview Ave
At approximately 3:39 AM on January 1, 2026, Tacoma Police responded to an address in the 3500 block of E Grandview Ave for a report of…
Dec 31, 2025
Community Events on January 12 and January 15 Offer Opportunities to Meet Interim Police Chief Patti Jackson Â
The City of Tacoma is hosting two community events – one in-person and one virtual – in January to offer Tacoma community members opportunities to meet Interim Police…
Dec 23, 2025
Update in SR-509 Fatal Collision Investigation: Vehicle of Interest Impounded
Over the past 24 hours, investigators have located and impounded a vehicle of interest believed to be involved in this fatal collision. Detectives are actively…
Dec 21, 2025
Tacoma Police Seeking Vehicle of Interest in Fatal Collision Involving Washington State Patrol Trooper on SR-509
The Tacoma Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle of interest involved in the fatal collision that occurred Friday…