Category: Huntsville Police
Second person arrested in connection with deadly shooting on Meridian Street
October 17, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) arrested and charged a second suspect with reckless murder in connection to a deadly shooting that occurred on Saturday, Oct. 12, on Meridian Street. Kennedy Thomas Turner, 20, of Huntsville, was booked into the Madison County Jail on Thursday, Oct. 17. The Major Crimes Unit is investigating this incident and more arrests are expected. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Investigator Matthew Edger at 256-427-7247. To provide an anonymous tip, call 256-532-7463 or [more]
Read MoreHPD makes arrest in connection to deadly shooting
October 17, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) arrested and charged a suspect with reckless murder in connection to a deadly shooting that occurred on Saturday, Oct. 12. Jordan Latrell Smith, 21, of Huntsville was booked into the Madison County Jail on Wednesday, Oct. 16 around 2:00 p.m. The shooting occurred at a gas station at 3310 Meridian St. at about 9:50 p.m. Damien Obrien Manning, 22, was pronounced dead at the scene. A second victim remains hospitalized in critical condition. The [more]
Read MoreOne dead, another critically injured following weekend shooting
October 14, 2024
One man is dead and another person remains in the hospital in critical condition following a weekend shooting. Shortly before 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12, a Huntsville Police officer was patrolling in the 3300 block of Meridian Street heard multiple gun shots. Several officers responded to a gas station at 3310 Meridian Street and found Damien Obrien Manning, 22, with a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene. HPD was notified [more]
Read MoreHuntsville leaders break ground on crime scene investigation facility
October 11, 2024
Mayor Tommy Battle and other City leaders have broken ground on the Huntsville Police Department’s (HPD) new crime scene investigation (CSI) facility, a transformative project that will enhance the department’s ability to serve and protect the community. The new facility is located at 616 Wheeler Ave. near Huntsville Police Headquarters. The total cost of construction is just over $9.6 million, with completion slated for early summer 2025. The facility will be [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Police and Parks & Recreation to hold third annual Halloween Party and Haunted House extravaganza
October 9, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) and Huntsville Parks & Recreation are excited to announce a seasonal highlight is back for another year. The third annual Halloween Party and Haunted House will be Sunday, Oct. 27, from 4-9 p.m. at The Orion Amphitheater, 701 Amphitheater Dr. NW. This free event offers spooky fun for revelers of all ages. “We’re excited to continue this Halloween tradition for the third year,” said Chief Kirk Giles. [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Police arrest hit-and-run driver
October 9, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) responded to a hit-and-run involving a pedestrian near the intersection of Weatherly Road and Cannstatt Drive on Wednesday, Oct. 9, at approximately 6:45 a.m. When officers arrived, they found a 16-year-old male with life-threatening injuries. He was immediately transported by HEMSI to Huntsville Hospital for treatment. The suspect vehicle fled the scene, but witnesses provided a detailed description that led to officers locating the vehicle and driver. After [more]
Read MoreTraffic Advisory: South Star Festival
September 26, 2024
With the South Star Festival at John Hunt Park just a few days away, the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) asks drivers to avoid the area unless they are attending the event. Jaycee Way and part of Steve Hettinger Drive will be closed through Tuesday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. to accommodate festival traffic as well as post-event breakdown. One lane of Leeman Ferry Road will be closed through the weekend to [more]
Read MoreSouth Star Festival: Huntsville departments working together to ensure smooth event
September 24, 2024
The countdown is on for the inaugural South Star Festival, set for Saturday and Sunday at the John Hunt Park Festival Grounds. Several City departments are collaborating closely to ensure the event runs smoothly for attendees as well as residents and business owners. This coordination provides a solid foundation for the festival’s future growth. Leading up to the event, the City made infrastructure improvements to the Festival Grounds, though some were already [more]
Read MoreTraffic Alert: Trail of Tears Motorcycle Ride
September 19, 2024
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) Traffic Services Unit will support participants of the annual Trail of Tears Commemorative Motorcycle Ride as they navigate safely through the City on Saturday, Sept. 21. Event organizers are expecting up to 10,000 riders to participate. Drivers should expect delays from 9 a.m. until noon on major roadways and Interstate 565. Starting at 9 a.m., HPD officers will shut down U.S. 72 East at Shields Road and Moores Mill Road to all westbound traffic [more]
Read MoreHuntsville Police North Precinct to host last Family Fun Night of the year
September 13, 2024
Join the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) for a community event guaranteed to have a slice of fun for everyone. HPD’s North Precinct is hosting its last Family Fun Night event of the year on Monday, Sept. 23, from 5-7 p.m. at the Dr. Robert Shurney Legacy Center, 3011 Sparkman Drive. All ages are welcome. “We want our community members to see us as their partners,” said HPD Captain Tony McElyea. “These monthly [more]
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