City Justice Center Escapee Maurio Thomas Back In-Custody
The suspect was safely taken into custody in St. Louis County.
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KEEPING THE BEST: ST. LOUIS BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS SECURES TOP POLICE CHIEF IN THE COUNTRY THROUGH 2030
With other cities actively seeking to recruit Chief Robert J. Tracy away from St. Louis, the St. Louis Board of Police Commissioners has acted to keep one of the nation’s best police chiefs leading its department. A newly signed employment agreement secures Chief Tracy’s leadership through 2030, providing stability at a critical time for the city’s future.
SLMPD Statement on Circuit Attorney Findings in Use of Deadly Force
“Any use of deadly force is serious and has lasting consequences for everyone involved and our community. No officer begins a shift expecting to face a situation where deadly force may be used.
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SLMPD Announces Arrest in Fire Hydrant Investigation
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, working with the U.S. Marshals Service, arrested Harry Farmer, 64, of Illinois, just before 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, in connection with damaged fire hydrants in St. Louis.
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2026 National Night Out
National Night Out was Tuesday, October 6, 2026!
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SLMPD Announces Second Fast Track Testing Day Blitz
The SLMPD will host its second Fast Track Testing Day Blitz this fall, offering prospective police officers several opportunities to complete three steps in the hiring process in a single day.
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SLMPD Announces Public Safety and Traffic Plans for Great Forest Park Balloon Race
The SLMPD is prepared to welcome thousands of visitors to Forest Park for the Great Forest Park Balloon Race on Friday, Sept. 18, and Saturday, Sept. 19.
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Citizen-Led Board Approves New Public Affairs Positions to Strengthen Accessibility, Transparency and Recruiting
The St. Louis Board of Police Commissioners approved the creation of three positions on Wednesday within the Office of Public Affairs and Strategic Initiatives: two multimedia specialists and one public relations specialist.
City of St. Louis Encourages Neighborhoods to Register for National Night Out by September 20
The City of St. Louis and the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department are encouraging residents, block units, and neighborhood organizations across the city to register their National Night Out celebrations before the Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. deadline.