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Fourth 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]
Read More10 child predators arrested in joint operation with Madison County District Attorney’s Office
June 16, 2025
Ten individuals are facing a combined 34 charges following a successful two-day joint operation carried out by the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) in partnership with the Madison County District Attorney’s Office. The operation, held June 13–14, proactively focused on identifying and arresting individuals attempting to engage in unlawful sexual activity with minors. Undercover officers posed as minors in online forums and messaging platforms. Each suspect initiated contact, believing they were communicating [more]
Read MoreHPD’s ‘Summer Slowdown’ encourages drivers to hit the brakes, not exceed the limit
June 9, 2025
As summer gets underway, the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is urging all drivers to be more aware and slow down – especially on city streets and in neighborhoods where more people are out walking, biking and driving. The Summer Slowdown campaign, running from June 9 through Aug. 12, is aimed at curbing dangerous driving habits and reducing crashes through a combination of education and enforcement. Whether its kids playing outside, teens getting behind [more]
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