Category: Huntsville Police
HPD announces traffic control plans for annual MLK Day Celebration parade
January 15, 2026
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) will provide traffic control for the annual Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. MLK Day Celebration Parade on Saturday, Jan. 17. The parade will begin at noon and is expected to end around 2 p.m. HPD officers will be stationed along the route to ensure the safety of participants and spectators, and to help maintain smooth traffic flow in surrounding areas. Traffic Impacts: Williams Avenue (between Church Street and [more]
Read MoreCity and county police link crimes, arrest four suspects
January 9, 2026
A coordinated investigation between the Huntsville Police Department (HPD), the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has resulted In the arrest of four suspects linked to two violent crimes spanning Huntsville and Madison County. The investigation began Sunday, Nov. 2, after HPD’s Violent Crimes Unit responded to a home invasion in the 3000 block of Davenport Drive. The victim reported that an unknown male entered [more]
Read MoreExperience law enforcement firsthand in HPD’s Spring 2026 Academy
January 2, 2026
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is accepting applications for its Spring 2026 Citizens Police Academy, a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes and see how local law enforcement operates. Members of the 2025 Huntsville Police Department Citizens Police Academy celebrate their graduation after completing the program. The academy is an engaging, hands-on program designed to build stronger connections between the community and the police. Participants will gain a closer look at [more]
Read MoreHPD DUI Task Force to honor lives lost during year-end holiday checkpoint
December 29, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department’s (HPD) DUI Task Force will conduct its final traffic safety checkpoint of the year on Wednesday, Dec. 31. The checkpoint is part of the department’s ongoing efforts to reduce impaired driving and keep Huntsville roads safe throughout the year. This year’s checkpoint is dedicated to the memory of two women, Hannah Parton and a second victim whose name is being withheld out of respect for her family. These [more]
Read MoreCity of Huntsville offices to close for Christmas holiday
December 22, 2025
City of Huntsville municipal offices will close Thursday, Dec. 25, and Friday, Dec. 26, for the Christmas holiday. This includes Animal Services, Parks & Recreation facilities and Municipal Court. Public Transit (Orbit and Access) will be closed at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, and remain closed Thursday. Services will resume on Friday. All Parks & Recreation facilities will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24. Kids Space and Get-A-Way [more]
Read MoreSecurity guard injured in University Drive shooting; pursuit leads to arrests
December 18, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is investigating a late-night shooting in the 6500 block of University Drive that left a security guard injured and led to a multi-agency vehicle pursuit and arrests. On Wednesday, Dec. 17 around 10 p.m., HPD officers responded to reports of a shooting in that area. Upon arrival, officers found a security guard suffering from a gunshot wound. Investigators determined that two suspects wearing ski masks attempted [more]
Read MoreRocket City Marathon to bring road closures and delays to Huntsville
December 13, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) will assist with traffic control and public safety efforts during the Rocket City Marathon on Sunday, Dec. 14. HPD officers, along with the Madison County Sheriff’s Office and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, will be stationed along the race route to help ensure the safety of runners and assist drivers navigating through the City. Road closures will begin at 5 a.m. and remain in place as needed throughout the [more]
Read MoreHPD renews call for information in the abduction of Ronald Dumas Jr.
December 13, 2025
As the one-year mark approaches in the abduction of Ronald Dumas Jr., the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is renewing its request for information that could help investigators and provide answers to his loved ones. Dumas was reported missing on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024. Surveillance footage later confirmed his last known sighting on Sunday, Dec. 15, at a liquor store on University Drive. Evidence shows that after leaving that location, he would later be taken against his will. Arrest [more]
Read MoreHPD welcomes 73rd Academy graduates to the force
December 5, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) has formally welcomed the newest members to its ranks, celebrating the graduation of the 73rd Academy Session and the commitment of a new class of officers ready to serve the community. After 19 weeks of rigorous, hands-on training, the following recruits earned their badges and titles as HPD officers: Jacob Adams Brett Driggers Cecil Flanigan David Kim Edgar Montoya Mark Moore Justin Pratt Noah Reed Jabraun Rice Jon Turis Alexander Volesky A ceremony was held at the Alabama [more]
Read MoreChristmas parade to bring road closures to downtown Huntsville
December 1, 2025
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) advises drivers to expect traffic congestion and road closures in downtown Huntsville on Tuesday, Dec. 2, for the annual Huntsville Christmas Parade. Multiple streets and intersections along the parade route will close at 5:30 p.m. The parade will begin at 6 p.m. The following roads will be impacted: Clinton Avenue Church Street Williams Avenue Washington Street Franklin Street Meridian Street The parade will start from Lot K on Clinton Avenue East, turn right onto Church Street, and end on Meridian [more]
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