SPD Grieves with Tacoma Police
November 30, 2016 10:10 pm
Our hearts go out to the family of the fallen Tacoma Police officer, and the men and women of the Tacoma Police Department. We ask that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
Chief O’Toole Statement On Immigration Status
November 15, 2016 5:07 pm
As affirmed by Mayor Murray, the City of Seattle remains committed to values of equality, inclusion and openness. So does the Seattle Police Department. I have heard from people in our community who fear that the policies of the SPD with regards to immigration status will soon change. They will… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Police Department Recognizes Two Years of Progress
November 15, 2016 10:22 am
When I started with Seattle Police Department in June 2014, we were in the early stages of implementing a federal consent decree. Thanks to the incredibly hard work of our department, we have emerged as a leader in reform and constitutional policing. This progress report outlines SPD’s work over the… [ Keep reading ]
Halloween Safety Tips
October 31, 2016 10:33 am
The Seattle Police Department wishes Seattle residents a Happy Halloween and offers these safety tips as kids prepare to put on their costumes and roam from house to house tonight. FOR MOTORISTS & BICYCLISTS: Stay alert for increased pedestrian and bicycle traffic on Halloween night. Be patient and SLOW DOWN!… [ Keep reading ]
Chief O’Toole on Reform: Significant Progress Made, Still Work Ahead
September 26, 2016 4:34 pm
Today the Federal Monitor filed his latest report highlighting significant progress the Seattle Police Department has made in its reform efforts during the past year. The department continues to make great strides in dealing with persons in mental health crisis with only 1.6% of the 9,300 crisis contacts resulting in… [ Keep reading ]
Chief Kathleen O’Toole’s Statement on the Attack of Baton Rouge Police Officers
July 17, 2016 11:45 am
Once again our nation has been rocked by a senseless tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with our brother and sister officers in Baton Rouge, their families, and the communities they serve. In Seattle, we have taken additional safety precautions, both in terms of officer deployment and security at our… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle U Public Safety Survey Results Released Alongside New Micro Community Policing Plan Website
July 14, 2016 2:26 pm
Today the Seattle Police Department launched its new Micro Community Policing Plans (MCPP) site. The updated site features crime data, interactive dashboards, and strategies deployed by SPD to address priorities identified by the city’s 58 MCPP neighborhoods. MCPP are the result of grassroots efforts, with direct collaboration from residents, business… [ Keep reading ]
Come Enjoy the 4th at Lake Union, Just Leave the Fireworks at Home
June 30, 2016 11:06 am
With the 4th of July coming up this Monday, the Seattle Police Department would like to provide you with some important reminders about safety, fireworks and how you can help ease the strain on our 911 center during the busy holiday. The possession, manufacture, storage, sale and use of fireworks (meaning everything but… [ Keep reading ]
Traffic Impacts Expected This Weekend For Pride, Presidential Visit
June 22, 2016 3:22 pm
President Obama and several other dignitaries are visiting Seattle this weekend just as Seattle Pride gets underway, which means it’s time to start planning for traffic impacts around the city. Downtown streets, arterials and some freeway on and off-ramps will be subject to intermittent closures throughout the weekend, altering normal traffic… [ Keep reading ]
Chief O’Toole’s Statement On Mass Shooting In Orlando
June 12, 2016 11:42 am
The Seattle Police Department offers its sincere condolences to all affected by today’s tragic mass shooting in Orlando. I have been in communication with senior officials from the FBI and DHS, as well as our state and local law enforcement partners. While there is no information indicating any specific threat to… [ Keep reading ]