News from Public Safety
Feb 04, 2025
A Statement From Acting Police Chief Paul Junger on Appointment of Interim Police Chief Patti Jackson
“I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the Tacoma Police Department and to work alongside such a dedicated and professional team. I have full confidence in the…
Jan 28, 2025
Tacoma Police Department Reaffirms Commitment to Public Safety and Adherence to RCW 10.93.160
The Tacoma Police Department (TPD) continues to prioritize public safety, fairness, and trust within the community while upholding state law and ensuring that every member of the community…
Jan 28, 2025
TPD Chief Avery Moore’s Letter of Resignation Submitted to City Manager Elizabeth Pauli on Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Today, I formally submitted my resignation to City Manager Elizabeth Pauli, marking the conclusion of my tenure as Chief of Police in Tacoma, Washington. After 35 incredible years…
Jan 28, 2025
City of Tacoma’s Passage of Resolution 41609 Deprioritizes Local Enforcement Against Entheogen-Related ActivitiesÂ
The Tacoma City Council passed Resolution 41609, which declares entheogen-related activities among the City of Tacoma’s lowest law enforcement priorities. It also declares the Tacoma City Council’s support…
Jan 14, 2025
Second Arrest Made in Homicide Investigation – 4800 Block of North 18th Street
At approximately 2:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2025, our officers responded to the 4800 block of North 18th Street on a report of shots fired and a…
Jan 10, 2025
Arrest Made in Homicide Investigation – 4800 Block of North 18th Street
At approximately 2:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2025, our officers responded to the 4800 block of North 18th Street on a report of shots fired and a…
Jan 08, 2025
Arrest Made in Homicide Investigation – 7400 South Oakes Street
At approximately 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, Tacoma Police officers responded to an address in the 7400 block of South Oakes Street on a report of…