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Tri-agency traffic enforcement targets speeders on I-565
July 16, 2025
In a united front to crack down on excessive speeding, the Huntsville Police Department (HPD), Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and the Madison Police Department (MPD) conducted a targeted split radar operation on Monday, July 14, along the busy I-565 corridor. “This isn’t just about speeding – it’s about the very real consequences of reckless driving,” HPD Chief Kirk Giles said. “Through our Summer Slowdown initiative and this collaboration, we’re reminding drivers that speed kills. Enforcement is just [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Police welcome 72nd Academy graduates to the force
July 3, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) proudly celebrated the graduation of its 72nd Police Academy Session on Thursday, July 3, recognizing a new generation of officers ready to serve and protect the Rocket City. Following 20 weeks of intensive training, the following graduates were officially welcomed into the ranks of HPD: Javier Dunyey Alexander Avery Parker Branner Torrey Refelle Cooper Thomas Sheridan Finke Onur Gunes Draven Gentry Harding Brandon Aaron Hopkins Salomon Nicholas Saez Huntsville Police welcomed eight new officers after they [more]
Read MoreFourth of July DUI checkpoints planned across Huntsville
July 1, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department’s (HPD) DUI Task Force will conduct traffic safety checkpoints over the Fourth of July weekend, July 4-6, as part of its ongoing effort to keep roadways safe during one of the busiest and most dangerous travel times of the year. The Fourth of July holiday is often associated with cookouts, fireworks and family fun – but also, unfortunately, an increase in impaired driving. HPD’s enforcement efforts aim [more]
Read MoreStrength, skill and service: HPD officers set to compete in 2025 World Police & Fire Games
June 27, 2025
More than 8,500 first responders, including 15 Huntsville Police Department (HPD) officers, are set to compete in the 2025 World Police & Fire Games in Birmingham. The competition, which features public safety athletes from more than 70 countries, officially kicked off Friday, June 27, with a high-energy Opening Ceremony at Legacy Arena located within the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. Hosted every two years, the World Police & Fire Games bring together active [more]
Read MoreHPD Investigator honored with life-saving medal for heroic rescue
June 26, 2025
During the Huntsville City Council meeting on Thursday, June 26, Huntsville Police Department (HPD) Investigator Scott Northcutt was awarded a life-saving medal for his bravery and selflessness during a fiery crash that nearly claimed the life of a fellow officer. The incident occurred on Feb. 18, when Northcutt came upon a serious crash at Pulaski Pike and Mallory Avenue. A large fireball marked the scene. As he approached, Northcutt saw a [more]
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