Our Mission Statement…
The members of the Yakima Police Department will partner with the community to reduce violent crime, while always providing exceptional customer service.
The YPD Difference…
At the Yakima Police Department, we believe in building relationships—relationships between ourselves and the community we protect, relationships between our fellow officers and their families, and personal relationships to support us in what we do every day.
That is why at YPD, we believe in providing our members a fulfilling work environment, excellent pay and benefits, and a supportive community so they can stay focused on the life-saving duties they perform.
At YPD we pride ourselves on taking care of those who take care of our community members every day and we know it makes all the difference.
Latest News...
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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HALLOWEEN 🎃 EVENTS
In the last week, we have enjoyed visiting many of the Trunk-or-Treat events around town! Interim Chief Boyle even received some candy from Sheriff Udell, and K9 Zorro had some trick-or-treat fun with furry friends in costumes!
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BE SAFE WHILE TRICK OR TREATING
We wish the community a fun-filled, safe Trick-or-Treating tomorrow! Please keep these tips in mind while trick-or-treating and driving.
#HappyHalloween #trickortreat #besafe #drivesafely
1 CommentComment on Facebook
Are you going to have your claw machine out scooping people up and breaking their arms and smashing their pets' faces???
TRAFFIC TIP TUESDAY
Washington State law requires that the driver of a vehicle that is about to enter a highway, must yield the right of way to all vehicles already on the highway.
Tips for merging onto a freeway in Washington State:
Adjust your speed: Match the flow of traffic as you approach the freeway.
Signal and enter: Signal and enter at the same speed as traffic is moving.
Leave a gap: Leave a gap of about four seconds when merging with other traffic.
Check your blind spots: Yield to traffic already on the freeway.
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Shouldn't EVERY driver learn this BEFORE they get a drivers license? If we have to teach people how to drive after they get a license then there is something terribly wrong with the licensing rules!
When merging onto a highway, vehicles must yield to traffic already on the highway. When changing lanes, drivers must yield to vehicles in the lane they wish to enter.
Thank you YPD but unfortunately lots of people enering freeway/highway seem to think they own the road and they think since they are on the right side that traffic should adjust for their 40mph entrance onto freeway/highway . Being a truckdriver ive seen this alot and seen many accidents and a fatality due to this 😵💫
The people on the highway
People in Yakima are terrible about this! Many do not even look to see if there is room to merge in, and driver in highway lane often has nowhere to go since outside lane is full! Literally almost ran into me and acted shocked when I had to lean on the horn!
There used to be actual yield signs.
If you are merging you must yield.
Thank you for reminding people, some just don't even look. ~Stay safe~🇺🇸
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Sounds good, but I wonder how realistic it can be.
Maybe I need a pic, I thought they were suppose to move over for merging traffic.
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HALLOWEEN 🎃 EVENTS
In the last week, we have enjoyed visiting many of the Trunk-or-Treat events around town! Interim Chief Boyle even received some candy from Sheriff Udell, and K9 Zorro had some trick-or-treat fun with furry friends in costumes! @yakimasheriff @suncomm911 @stone_church Steve_Haan
TRAFFIC TIP TUESDAY
Washington State law requires that the driver of a vehicle that is about to enter a highway, must yield the right of way to all vehicles already on the highway.
Tips for merging onto a freeway in Washington State:
Adjust your speed: Match the flow of traffic as you approach the freeway.
Signal and enter: Signal and enter at the same speed as traffic is moving.
Leave a gap: Leave a gap of about four seconds when merging with other traffic.
Check your blind spots: Yield to traffic already on the freeway.
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Thank you guys for catching the kid who murdered my cousin.