News & Updates
Ignite Your Journey: Applications open to join Huntsville Fire & Rescue through Dec. 17
November 24, 2020
The Huntsville Fire & Rescue department is seeking highly motivated and community-driven individuals to join its ranks. With the announcement of a second round of hiring this year, the department responsible for stabilizing emergencies is looking to hire approximately 20 new team members. Primary responsibilities range from putting out fires to conducting rescue operations and keeping the public safe in numerous ways. “The job of keeping our residents safe is sacred,” said [more]
Read MoreHelping Huntsville’s homeless community thrive this holiday season
November 23, 2020
HUNTSVILLE, AL – With the holiday season upon us and temperatures dropping across the Tennessee Valley, many individuals, churches and other groups are wondering how they can help our area homeless community thrive. Instead of bringing food, clothing and other supplies directly to the homeless camps, the City of Huntsville is urging citizens to rethink their charitable efforts this winter and beyond. Mayor Tommy Battle, joined by the Huntsville Police Department, Expect [more]
Read MorePoplar Ave. Shooting Investigation
November 20, 2020
Huntsville Police responded to a shooting on Poplar Ave. November 19th at approximately 9:15pm. Upon officers arrival a shooting victim was found inside the business at 708 Poplar Ave. The victim was transported to the hospital and later pronounced deceased. The victim has been identified as 18 yr old Deandre Denzel Arrington of Huntsville. Anyone with information about this shooting is encouraged to Huntsville Police at 256-427-7270.
Read MoreThe Annual Bikes or Bust Event
November 19, 2020
Huntsville Police will be present at this year’s 18th Annual Bikes or Bust Event with 104.3 WZYP, tomorrow morning, November 20th from 7:30-8:00am. The presentation will be at 3020 Memorial Parkway SW (Ashley Furniture Store parking lot). Chief McMurray will present two checks for $6,295 that was raised by HPD Officers from HPD’s No-Shave November Fundraiser. The checks will be for The Food Bank of North Alabama and “Free 2 Teach” [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Police Conduct Incident Review Board
November 19, 2020
Huntsville Police conducted an Incident Review Board on Tuesday November 17th regarding the actions of officers from an October 17th shooting involving 57 yr. old Alberto Rivas. After a 911 call, officers were dispatched to a residence in the 2100 block of Edinburgh Dr for a possible domestic disturbance. When officers arrived, Rivas was seen with a handgun as he came to the door responding to their knock. Although officers [more]
Read MoreArrest Made in Robbery Investigations
November 19, 2020
Huntsville Police arrested 26 yr old Christopher Maxwell Owens for 6 counts of Robbery. The arrest occurred yesterday at a home off of Mastin Lake Rd. HPD began investigating these robberies on November 12th with the first robbery occurring at the Walgreens 3500 Mastin Lake Rd at 8:00pm. During each robbery the suspect brandished a handgun and demanded cash from the register from employees. In at least one incident he threatened [more]
Read MoreMayor Battle statement on Huntsville’s selection as finalist in national bid for U.S. Space Command Headquarters
November 19, 2020
The Department of the Air Force announced today that Huntsville has been designated as a candidate location for consideration to host the headquarters of the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM). Huntsville is one of six locations to participate in the next phase of the process. “The Redstone region provides an unparalleled workforce for the U.S. Space Command with capabilities that include missile defense, aerospace, and intelligence,” said Mayor Tommy Battle. “We [more]
Read MoreThankful for A New Home!
November 17, 2020
There are many adorable cats and dogs available for adoption at Huntsville Animal Services who would love to be in a new home by Thanksgiving. To help bring these precious blessings to your home, the Shelter is reducing adoption fees to $5 and $10 from November 18 – 25. Don’t miss out on this fabulous opportunity to save a Shelter pet’s life and add a new family member to your household. [more]
Read MoreOvernight Standoff with Gunman
November 17, 2020
Huntsville Police are currently investigating an overnight police shooting involving 41 yr. old Bradley A. Pugh. HEMSI was staged at the Command Post and attempted to render aid to Pugh. He succumbed to his injuries sustained in the incident. Just after 9:30pm on November 16th officers were called regarding a possible gunman on the roof of a business at 212 Andrew Jackson Way. When officers arrived they witnessed a person on [more]
Read MoreHPD Special Victim’s Unit Arrest
November 17, 2020
The Huntsville Police Special Victim’s Investigative Unit arrested 39 yr old Ioan Adrian Cojocaru on Nov 11th for Sexual Abuse 1st Degree. Cojocaru was a licensed massage therapist from Florence, AL that also works in Huntsville. The arrest stems from an October investigation where an adult female alleged he had inappropriate contact with her while receiving a massage. An investigation was done by HPD and the Alabama Board of Massage [more]
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