News from Public Safety
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 06, 2026
City Council Approves 0.1% Criminal Justice Sales & Use Tax to Enhance Community Safety and Support Vital Services Â
The Tacoma City Council has approved a 0.1% Criminal Justice Sales & Use Tax (also referred to as the Public Safety Sales Tax). This funding mechanism is designed…
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…
Dec 16, 2025
City Council Adopts Community Safety Action Strategy Built on Community Input
On December 16, the City Council adopted a Community Safety Action Strategy developed by the City of Tacoma’s Center for Strategic Priorities. The strategy will guide the City’s comprehensive,…
Dec 08, 2025
Homicide Investigation and Arrest– 6400 block of McKinley
On December 5, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 6400 block of McKinley Avenue for reports of a vehicle collision. A…