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Huntsville Police hold graduation ceremony for 71st academy session

December 6, 2024

The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is proud to welcome two new officers who are ready to serve and protect the community after successfully meeting the rigorous training standards of the Huntsville Police Academy. Police Chief Kirk Giles expressed his pride in the graduates, highlighting their commitment and resilience throughout the academy. “Today, we honor two individuals who have demonstrated the dedication, integrity and courage required to wear this badge,” Chief Giles said. “Their journey [more]

Huntsville Police urge caution during annual Christmas parade

November 27, 2024

The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) advises drivers to expect traffic congestion and road closures in downtown Huntsville on Tuesday, Dec. 3, for the annual Huntsville Christmas Parade. Several streets and intersections along the parade route will close in phases beginning at 4 p.m. The parade will start at 6 p.m. Impacted roads include Clinton Avenue, Church Street, Williams Avenue, Washington Street and Meridian Street. The parade will begin at Lot K on [more]

Second suspect arrested in connection with deadly Lakeview Drive shooting

November 26, 2024

The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) has charged Erica Lashawn Baker, 31, of Huntsville with murder in connection to a deadly shooting that happened in the 3000 block of Lakeview Drive around 5 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 17. Following an extensive investigation and consultation with the Madison County District Attorney’s Office, it was decided to issue an additional murder warrant for Baker on Monday, Nov. 25. Baker was taken into custody by U.S. Marshals in Lexington, Kentucky on Friday, Nov. 22. HPD [more]

Huntsville Police seeking recruits for 73rd academy session

November 26, 2024

Ready to trade in your ordinary for extraordinary? Answer the call and start your law enforcement journey with the Huntsville Police Department (HPD). Applications are now open for the 73rd session of the Huntsville Police Academy. The deadline to apply is Feb. 28 at 6 p.m. With over 400 dedicated officers, HPD upholds a proud legacy of service marked by courage, integrity and professionalism. The department values diversity in its ranks, welcoming [more]

Lakeview Drive murder suspect found and arrested in Kentucky

November 24, 2024

The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) has charged Kiarah Donque Jones, 34, of Huntsville with murder for a deadly shooting that happened in the 3000 block of Lakeview Drive around 5 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 17. HPD officers responded to the area for a shooting, where they located James Grays, 35, of Huntsville with a gunshot wound. Grays was pronounced dead at the scene. After gathering evidence from the scene, HPD obtained a [more]

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