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Red Light & Distracted Driving Traffic Enforcement Project

Published on March 29, 2021

The Lincoln Police Department will be conducting its “Red Light/Distracted Driving” Traffic Enforcement Project beginning Thursday, April 1st through Friday, April 16th.

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LPD Pledges to Advance Women in Policing

Published on March 25, 2021

The Lincoln Police Department is proud to announce that it has signed the 30x30 Pledge—a series of low and no-cost actions that police agencies can take to improve the representation and experiences of women in law enforcement.

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Victim Identified, Suspect Arrested in Homicide | 900 block of E St

Published on March 22, 2021

On March 20, 2021, at 8:21 p.m., Lincoln police officers responded to a report of a disturbance possibly involving a weapon at an apartment building in the 900 block of E Street. Upon arrival,
officers located a man in a hallway, deceased with injuries to his head. The man has been identified as 76-year-old Luis C. Noguera of Lincoln.

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Homicide Investigation | 900 block of E Street

Published on March 21, 2021

On Saturday, March 20, 2021, at approximately 8:22 p.m., LPD officers responded to the 900 block of E Street on a report of an in-progress disturbance possibly involving a weapon. Upon arrival, officers located a 76-year-old male in the apartment complex, deceased from apparent gunshot wounds.

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St. Patrick's Day Enforcement Results

Published on March 18, 2021

On Wednesday, March 17, 2021, the Lincoln Police Department conducted a special detail to reduce motor vehicle accidents and DUIs, as well as deter overservice at local licensed liquor establishments.

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St. Patrick’s Day Enforcement Project

Published on March 16, 2021

In an effort to help impact motor vehicle accidents, intoxicated driving and deter overserving, the Lincoln Police Department will be conducting a special detail on Wednesday, March 17, 2021.

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Additional Arrest Made in James Shekie Homicide

Published on March 11, 2021

The Lincoln Police Department is continuing its investigation into the homicide of 33-year-old James Shekie of Lincoln. We express our deepest condolences to James’ family and friends as they grieve his death. On March 10, 2021, law enforcement officers arrested 25 year-old Deontae C. Rush for First Degree Murder.

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Arrests Made in James Shekie Homicide

Published on March 08, 2021

On March 4, 2021, LPD investigators made two arrests in connection with James Shekie's homicide. Investigators arrested 17-year-old Anna G. Feilen and 31-year-old Marques L. Moten for Conspiracy to Commit Robbery. Investigators have also obtained an arrest warrant for 25-year-old Deontae C. Rush for First Degree Murder.

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O Street Traffic Enforcement Detail | Spring 2021

Published on March 05, 2021

In an effort to help reduce traffic accidents and promote motor vehicle safety, the Lincoln Police Department, working in conjunction with the Nebraska State Patrol, will be conducting traffic enforcement details on yet to be determined evenings in March through June 2021.

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Victim Identified in Homicide Investigation

Published on March 02, 2021

The Lincoln Police Department is continuing the investigation of a suspicious death discovered on March 1, 2021, in the 4200 block of N 20th Street. The victim has been identified as 33-year-old James Shekie of Lincoln. His death is being investigated as a homicide.

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Death Investigation | 4200 block of N. 20th

Published on March 01, 2021

The Lincoln Police Department is investigating the death of an approximately 30-year-old male at a residence in the 4200 block of North 20th Street. The circumstances surrounding this death are suspicious in nature and the investigation is ongoing.

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LPD Officer Identified in Officer-Involved Shooting

Published on February 24, 2021

On Saturday, February 20, 2021, Lincoln police officers and Nebraska State Patrol troopers were involved in a shooting that resulted in the deaths of 30-year-old Hailey R. Stainbrook of Casper, Wyoming and 26-year-old Christian W. Alexander of Evansville, Wyoming.

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Ex-Lincoln Police Officer Cited

Published on February 03, 2021

On February 2, 2021, Lancaster County Sheriff’s investigators cited Benjamin D. Rieker for 3rd Degree Assault (a misdemeanor). Rieker was a Lincoln Police Officer at the time of the offense

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Additional Information on City Parking Ban/Towing Policy

Published on January 28, 2021

As we move into the weekend, with more weather events possibly on the way, we need to ensure that our streets are safe and that our plows can do the work necessary to finish the job.

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Northwest Team Underage Drinking Enforcement Results

Published on December 22, 2020

In an effort to impact illegal behavior on home football Saturdays, the Lincoln Police Department’s Northwest Team coordinated an underage drinking project to coincide with the return of school and the football season.

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“Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Enforcement Campaign

Published on December 16, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department will join in a nationwide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” law enforcement effort beginning Friday, December 18, 2020 through Friday, January 1, 2021.

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Click It or Ticket Seatbelt Enforcement Project Results

Published on December 02, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department’s Traffic Enforcement Unit joined in a nationwide “Click it or Ticket” enforcement effort that began Monday, November 16, 2020 and continued through Sunday, November 29, 2020.

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LPD Launches New Recruiting Website

Published on November 25, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department is proud to announce the launch of its new website for police officer recruitment (www.joinlpd.com). Our goal is to continue diversifying our department in order to represent our community in age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, and sexual orientation.

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Click It or Ticket Seatbelt Use Enforcement Project

Published on November 10, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department’s Traffic Enforcement Unit will join in a nationwide “Click It or Ticket” enforcement effort from Monday, November 16, 2020, through Sunday, November 29, 2020.

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Northwest Team Underage Drinking Enforcement Project

Published on October 28, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department’s Northwest Team will conduct an underage drinking and party enforcement project that normally coincides with the start of the school year and the beginning of football season.

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Lincoln Police Department Seeks Reaccreditation

Published on October 21, 2020

Beginning Monday, November 2, 2020, the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) will conduct a three-day compliance assessment of the Lincoln Police Department.

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Assault Investigation

Published on October 12, 2020

On October 11, 2020, officers with the Lincoln Police Department were dispatched to the parking lot of Grata Bar and Lounge at 6891 A Street on a report of an assault that had just occurred. As officers were responding, they were advised that the reporting party was off-duty Lincoln police officer Austin Espinoza.

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Luis “Mario” Herrera – End of Watch

Published on September 08, 2020

Devastated does not begin to describe the gaping hole left in our hearts, our police department, and our community.

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Lincoln Police Officer Succumbs to his Injuries

Published on September 07, 2020

Investigator Herrera’s valiant fight ended as he passed away in the early morning hours of September 7, 2020.

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O Street Traffic Enforcement Detail Results

Published on September 04, 2020

In an effort to help reduce traffic accidents and promote motor vehicle safety, the Lincoln Police Department conducted a high visibility traffic enforcement detail on O Street between 17th and 98th Streets on weekends during the months of June, July and August 2020.

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Officer Identified in Shooting near 33rd and Vine

Published on August 27, 2020

On Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at approximately 11:34 a.m., the Metro Area Fugitive Task Force, the Lincoln Police Department Gang Unit, and Lincoln police investigators were searching for 17-year-old Felipe Vazquez in the 3200 block of Vine Street.

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Lincoln Police Officer Shot During Apprehension of Suspect

Published on August 26, 2020

On Wednesday, August 26th, 2020, at approximately 11:34 a.m., the Metro Area Fugitive Task Force, the Lincoln Police Department Gang Unit, and Lincoln police investigators were attempting to apprehend 17 year-old Felipe Vazquez in the 3200 block of Vine Street.

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Back to School Traffic Enforcement Project

Published on August 07, 2020

In addition to normal school zone enforcement, the Lincoln Police Department will be conducting its Back to School Traffic Enforcement Project beginning Wednesday, August 12th through Wednesday, September 2nd.

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"Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" Campaign

Published on August 06, 2020

The Labor Day weekend traditionally marks the end of the summer travel season and the beginning of fall.

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Arrests Made in Homicide near 23rd and A Street

Published on July 24, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department is continuing the investigation into the shooting death that occurred on A Street, between South 17th Street and South 27th Street.

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Homicide Investigation on A Street

Published on July 23, 2020

This afternoon at 2:38 p.m., Lincoln Police Officers responded to the report of a shooting occurring on A Street, between South 17th and South 27th Street.

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Arrest Made in Jeremy Lane Homicide

Published on July 15, 2020

On July 14, 2020, the Lincoln Police Department Investigations Unit arrested 27-year-old Roy Wyrick of Lincoln for 2nd degree Murder and Use of a Weapon to Commit a Felony.

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Victim identified in Homicide near 13th and Washington

Published on July 14, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department is continuing the investigation in to the shooting death on Monday, July 13, 2020 in the 1300 block of Washington.

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Homicide Investigation 1400 Block of D Street

Published on July 14, 2020

On July 13, 2020, at 8:27 p.m., Lincoln Police officers responded to a report of a fight in the 1400 Block of D Street.

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Homicide Investigation near 13th and Washington

Published on July 13, 2020

This morning, at approximately 5:04 a.m., Lincoln Police officers responded to a disturbance call in the 1300 block of Washington Street.

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Victim Identified in 4th of July Homicide

Published on July 06, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department is continuing the investigation into the shooting death that occurred on Saturday, July 4, 2020, in the 2700 block of S 40th Street.

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Homicide Investigation 2700 block of S 40th Street

Published on July 04, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department is investigating the death of a 20 year-old male at a residence in the 2700 block of S. 40th St.

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Arrest for Tampering with Evidence in Ali Al-Burkat Homicide

Published on June 30, 2020

On June 29, 2020, the Lincoln Police Department Criminal Investigations Unit arrested 31-year-old Sanaa Osman of Lincoln for Tampering with Physical Evidence following the investigation into the homicide of 15-year-old Ali Al-Burkat.

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O Street Traffic Enforcement Detail

Published on June 25, 2020

In an effort to help reduce traffic accidents and promote motor vehicle safety, the Lincoln Police Department (working in conjunction with the Nebraska State Patrol), will be conducting traffic enforcement details on yet to be determined Friday and Saturday evenings in June, July, and August 2020.

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Memorial Day Weekend O Street Traffic Results

Published on June 16, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department partnered with the Nebraska State Patrol for a traffic enforcement project, with a focus on O Street between May 22nd and May 24th.

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Click It or Ticket Enforcement Results

Published on June 15, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department’s Traffic Enforcement Unit joined in a nationwide “Click It or Ticket” enforcement effort that began May 18th and continued through May 31st.

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Response to the Death of George Floyd in Minneapolis

Published on May 29, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department wishes to extend its deepest condolences to the family and friends of George Floyd.

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Arrest Made in Michael Whitemagpie Homicide

Published on May 28, 2020

On May 27, 2020, Ryan Long, a 30-year-old Lincoln man, was arrested in Jacksonville Beach, Florida on a warrant issued by the Lincoln Police Department for 1st degree Murder and Use of a Firearm to Commit a Felony for the homicide of Michael Whitemagpie.

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25 mph Zone Traffic Enforcement Project Results

Published on May 27, 2020

On May 22, 2020 the Lincoln Police Department completed its 25 mph Zone Traffic Enforcement Detail.

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Investigation of Homicide of Michael Whitemagpie Continues

Published on May 26, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department is continuing the investigation into the shooting death that occurred on May 23, 2020, in the alley with the bordering roadways of North 32nd Street, North 33rd Street, S Street and T Street.

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Victim Identified in Homicide Investigation

Published on May 24, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department is continuing the investigation into the shooting death occurring on May 23, 2020, in the alley with the bordering roadways of North 32nd Street, North 33rd Street, S Street and T Street.

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Homicide Investigation Near 32nd & S Streets

Published on May 23, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department is investigating the death of a 31-year-old male who died from a shooting in the alley with the bordering roadways of North 32nd Street, North 33rd Street, S Street and T Street.

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Memorial Day Weekend Traffic Enforcement Project

Published on May 20, 2020

In an effort to help reduce traffic accidents and promote motor vehicle safety, the Lincoln Police Department will be partnering with the Nebraska State Patrol for a traffic enforcement detail.

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Click It or Ticket Seatbelt Use Enforcement Project

Published on May 13, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department’s Traffic Enforcement Unit will join in a nationwide “Click It or Ticket” enforcement effort from Monday, May 18 to May 31, 2020. As the Memorial Day holiday approaches and more drivers hit the roads, the Lincoln Police Department is reminding all drivers about the importance of seat belt use.

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Traffic Enforcement Project – 25 Mph Zones

Published on May 04, 2020

In an effort to help reduce traffic accidents and promote motor vehicle safety, the Lincoln Police Department will be conducting extra enforcement in 25 mph zones in and around neighborhoods and businesses.

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Red Light/Distracted Driving Traffic Enforcement Project Results

Published on April 20, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department completed a Red Light/Distracted Driving Detail on April 17th. The detail placed additional officers around high accident intersections to watch for red light violations between April 1st and 17th.

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Traffic Accident and Power Interruption, 48th/Claire to Woodland

Published on April 12, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department and our public service partners of Public Works, Lincoln Electric System and Lincoln Fire & Rescue are currently working an active scene on 48th Street, Claire to Woodland.

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15-Year-Old Arrested in Edward Varejcka Homicide

Published on March 31, 2020

On March 30, 2020, Lincoln Police investigators arrested 15-year-old Marsalis Phillips for 2nd Degree Murder and Use of a Deadly Weapon to Commit a Felony.

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Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision Investigation

Published on March 29, 2020

On March 28, 2020, at approximately 9:30 pm, Lincoln Police investigated a fatal hit and run collision that occurred in the 3800 block of Holdrege Street

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Red Light/Distracted Driving Traffic Enforcement Project

Published on March 27, 2020

April is designated at Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Law Enforcement across the nation are asking drivers to put their cell phone on do not disturb while they are driving.

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Additional Arrest Made in Edward Varejcka Homicide

Published on March 23, 2020

On March 22, 2020, Lincoln Police investigators arrested 18-year-old Victor Melendez III for Aiding and Abetting Murder.

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Arrests Made In Timothy Montgomery Homicide

Published on March 18, 2020

On March 18, 2020 Lincoln Police Department Investigators arrested 34-year-old Marcus D. Winston for 1st degree Murder and Use of a Firearm to Commit a Felony.

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Arrests Made in Edward Varejcka Homicide

Published on March 16, 2020

On March 13, 2020, Lincoln Police investigators arrested 19-year-old Krysean Reynolds and 20-yearold Makayla Fell for Accessory to a Felony.

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Investigation in O Street Homicide Continues

Published on March 16, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department is continuing the investigation into the death of a 32-year-old Timothy Montgomery, Jr. occurring in the 1300 block of O Street.

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Homicide Investigation in 1300 block of O Street

Published on March 15, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department is investigating the death of a 32 year old male occurring in the 1300 block of O Street. The death is a homicide.

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Homicide Investigation in 2200 block of Orchard

Published on March 08, 2020

On March 8, 2020 shortly after 3:30 a.m., officers of the Lincoln Police Department and Lincoln Fire and Rescue were sent to a residence in the 2200 block of Orchard Street on a report of a stabbing.

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Arrest Made in Ali Al-Burkat Homicide

Published on February 26, 2020

On February 26th, 2020, the Lincoln Police Department Criminal Investigations Unit arrested 24-year-old Majdal K. Elias of Lincoln for Second Degree Murder following the investigation into the homicide of 15-year-old Ali Al-Burkat.

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Arrest Made in Temple Vandalism

Published on February 21, 2020

On February 21st, Lincoln Police Department investigators arrested 21-year-old Noah T. Miller of Plattsmouth, Nebraska, for Felony Vandalism.

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Photographer Arrested for Generating Child Pornography

Published on February 18, 2020

On Friday, February 14th, Lincoln Police Department investigators arrested 50-year-old Gregory D. Dightman of Lincoln for two counts of Generating Child Pornography.

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Arrest Made in Jonathan Olson Homicide

Published on February 10, 2020

On February 9th, 2020, Lincoln Police Department investigators arrested 49-year-old Mark Hietbrink of Lincoln for Manslaughter following the investigation into the homicide of Jonathan Olson.

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“You Drink & Drive, You Lose” December DWI Project Results

Published on January 08, 2020

The Lincoln Police Department participated in the “You Drink & Drive, You Lose” law enforcement campaign December 1st, 2019 through January 1st, 2020.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates

COVID-19 Vaccine Registration

News Releases

Red Light & Distracted Driving Traffic Enforcement Project

LPD Pledges to Advance Women in Policing

Victim Identified, Suspect Arrested in Homicide | 900 block of E St

Homicide Investigation | 900 block of E Street

St. Patrick's Day Enforcement Results

St. Patrick’s Day Enforcement Project

Additional Arrest Made in James Shekie Homicide

Arrests Made in James Shekie Homicide

O Street Traffic Enforcement Detail | Spring 2021

Victim Identified in Homicide Investigation

Death Investigation | 4200 block of N. 20th

LPD Officer Identified in Officer-Involved Shooting

Ex-Lincoln Police Officer Cited

Additional Information on City Parking Ban/Towing Policy

Northwest Team Underage Drinking Enforcement Results

“Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Enforcement Campaign

Click It or Ticket Seatbelt Enforcement Project Results

LPD Launches New Recruiting Website

Click It or Ticket Seatbelt Use Enforcement Project

Northwest Team Underage Drinking Enforcement Project

Lincoln Police Department Seeks Reaccreditation

Assault Investigation

Luis “Mario” Herrera – End of Watch

Lincoln Police Officer Succumbs to his Injuries

O Street Traffic Enforcement Detail Results

Officer Identified in Shooting near 33rd and Vine

Lincoln Police Officer Shot During Apprehension of Suspect

Back to School Traffic Enforcement Project

"Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" Campaign

Arrests Made in Homicide near 23rd and A Street

Homicide Investigation on A Street

Arrest Made in Jeremy Lane Homicide

Victim identified in Homicide near 13th and Washington

Homicide Investigation 1400 Block of D Street

Homicide Investigation near 13th and Washington

Victim Identified in 4th of July Homicide

Homicide Investigation 2700 block of S 40th Street

Arrest for Tampering with Evidence in Ali Al-Burkat Homicide

O Street Traffic Enforcement Detail

Memorial Day Weekend O Street Traffic Results

Click It or Ticket Enforcement Results

Response to the Death of George Floyd in Minneapolis

Arrest Made in Michael Whitemagpie Homicide

25 mph Zone Traffic Enforcement Project Results

Investigation of Homicide of Michael Whitemagpie Continues

Victim Identified in Homicide Investigation

Homicide Investigation Near 32nd & S Streets

Memorial Day Weekend Traffic Enforcement Project

Click It or Ticket Seatbelt Use Enforcement Project

Traffic Enforcement Project – 25 Mph Zones

Red Light/Distracted Driving Traffic Enforcement Project Results

Traffic Accident and Power Interruption, 48th/Claire to Woodland

15-Year-Old Arrested in Edward Varejcka Homicide

Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision Investigation

Red Light/Distracted Driving Traffic Enforcement Project

Additional Arrest Made in Edward Varejcka Homicide

Arrests Made In Timothy Montgomery Homicide

Arrests Made in Edward Varejcka Homicide

Investigation in O Street Homicide Continues

Homicide Investigation in 1300 block of O Street

Homicide Investigation in 2200 block of Orchard

Arrest Made in Ali Al-Burkat Homicide

Arrest Made in Temple Vandalism

Photographer Arrested for Generating Child Pornography

Arrest Made in Jonathan Olson Homicide

“You Drink & Drive, You Lose” December DWI Project Results

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