News from Public Safety
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…
Dec 05, 2025
FAQs on Proposed 0.1% Criminal Justice Sales & Use Tax
INVESTING IN A SAFER TACOMA Tacoma faces a dual challenge: a projected budget shortfall that threatens essential services and an urgent need to modernize our public safety system.
Nov 20, 2025
Homicide Investigation – 000 block of St. Helens
On November 13, 2025, at approximately 10:20 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 000 block of St. Helens after the Tacoma Fire Department responded to a report…
Nov 19, 2025
Tacoma Police Department to Recognize Two Community Members Who Intervened in Violent Assault
The Tacoma Police Department will hold a press conference to recognize two community members who intervened during a February 10, 2024, aggravated assault at Point Defiance Park. These…
Nov 10, 2025
Homicide Investigation – 5100 S 58th Street
On November 9, 2025, at approximately 6:55 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 5100 block of South 58th Street for reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, officers located…