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The members of the Yakima Police Department will partner with the community to reduce violent crime, while always providing exceptional customer service.
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Three People Shot at a Yakima Mini-Mart
June 22, 2022
Detectives from the Yakima Police Department’s Gang and Major Crimes Units are searching for two people they believe were behind Tuesday morning’s 8th homicide in the city. Three people were… Read More
YPD Names Driver, Passenger in Traffic Accident at Yakima Airport
June 8, 2022
On May 20, 2022, at about 3:00 am, the driver of a vehicle traveling at an extremely high rate of speed eastbound on Washington Avenue was unable to maintain control… Read More
Suspect in Sunday Shooting Admits Involvement in Another Homicide Last Year
May 16, 2022
A 43-year-old Yakima man was shot and killed early Sunday morning in what police believe was a gang-related incident. While being questioned, one of the suspects in the shooting told… Read More
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Message from Chief Matt Murray…
Hi, I’m Matthew Murray, Yakima’s Chief of Police. I’ve been a police officer for nearly 30 years, and I’m proud to be leading our great police force here in Yakima. We believe that to effectively police in a community, there has to be trust—and trust is built in relationships. That’s why, since starting as Chief of Police, I’ve made it a priority to get out into the community and get to know people. If you see me or other officers in your neighborhood, we invite you to come say hello or just give us a wave. It’s our goal to build relationships and ultimately reduce crime. When police know their community and have earned the trust of its residents that builds stronger, safer communities. Communication is a powerful tool in bringing communities together and keeping them safe. This website is designed to help you find what you need. If you have questions, please let us know. We’re here to listen and connect.
– Chief Murray
Chief’s Blog…
One of the most difficult things we face in our profession is the loss of a fellow law enforcement officer. Unfortunately, it is a reality …
Most of us have experienced the loss of a loved one. Typically, this happens from old age or sickness. And it hurts. Unfortunately, some families …
NOTE- In the wake of the recent finding against Officer Derek Chauvin, several people have asked for my thoughts on the institution of policing in …
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NEWS RELEASE - U.S. ATTORNEY EASTERN DISTRICT OF WASHINGTON
Yakima Man Who Violated No-Contact Order Pleads Guilty to Illegally Possessing Firearms
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WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU CALL CRIMESTOPPERS?
Crime Stoppers Yakima County
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Good organization
Forgot about them. Good reminder.
SHREDS & MEDS - OCTOBER 26TH
Crime Stoppers Yakima County
Safe Yakima Valley
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This is a win-win community event. Get rid of documents so they don't fall into the wrong hands and those left over pills from you surgery you didn't need, and do them both in a nice, one stop shopping type of event. You don't even have to get out of your vehicle. A volunteer will come to you, get the boxes out and you can hand over the drugs separately that goes directly to a 'drug take back' box with a DEA agent attending as well. This is free, but donations are greatly appreciated! I was on the Crime Stoppers board both as a YPD officer and even longer as a civilian. Crime Stoppers really works! Hope you take advantage of this community event.
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This article is not complete at all. Leaves out lots of information and has some absolutely false information. What else would you expect from the Yakima PD? That is why I get my news from multiple sources. Also...no mention of the trial (he did go to trial once) and why he ended up pleading guilty.
Probably saw and knew the evidence they had against him
Let’s wait for the sentencing. I mean, are these the same people that only gave 10 years for a pound of fentanyl? 
2 years