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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RUNAWAY JUVENILE
The Yakima Police Department is requesting your assistance in locating 14-year-old, Jullien Lopez. He is described as being 5’9” tall, about 150 lbs, with brown curly hair, and brown eyes. If you have any information on his whereabouts please call the police department at 509-575-6200.
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How sad....I always wonder how tough it must be for these kids who run away. Handsome boy, I hope he is found safe, and no harm comes to him. Breaks my heart that there are so many runaways, and some never come home.
Could he be linked to the missing girl from Ellensburg? Their are about the same age . Just a thought.
Keeping him in prayer for a safe return to his family
What school
Yakima Police Department Do you have any updates for Sebastian Maria, who was posted on here as a runaway juvenile back in April?
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SUSPECT ARRESTED FOR CRUISIN COFFEE ARMED ROBBERY
The suspect from the armed robbery on June 1st at a Yakima Cruisin Coffee has been arrested. Through the course of the investigation, the suspect was identified as Angel G. Loreto Jr. Today, the Pacific Northwest Violent Offender Task Force and multiple law enforcement agencies in the Tri-Cities assisted YPD in locating the suspect. We would like to thank the numerous community members and law enforcement agencies who helped with this investigation.
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Great job YPD
Presumed innocent. Good investigative work!
So proud of everyone who worked on this. Flock cameras, patrol officers, and detectives, once again, got us heading in the right direction. A special kudos to Det. Arturo Medina (the lead detective). His tenacity made the case and his passion is contagious! Chief
Great job to all law enforcement…now Mr. prosecutor use them as an example with the law. This needs to stop.!!!!!!
Justice for the ladies he robed
Good job!!! Thanks for keeping our community safe.
Outstanding job YPD, and supporting agencies!!
Great job Now if woke courts keep him locked up
Great job to all the officers . Thank you for keeping us safe. .
Great news
Nice job YPD
Slap in the hand, be out to do another next week, awesome, F’ing joke
Great job YPD!
Good job💙🖤
Great job.
Good job.
Come on Joe B, make us proud. That’s a place we call work for my family member and armed robbery is a felony
Great news!
YPD, Great work!!
Good job
I want to thank everyone involved in the capture of this Hopefully he gets time behind bars where he belongs.
Good job YPD 💙
Good job. Now, what about the one jumping in the coffee stands trying to grab the barista’s?
Good. Hope he rots in jail. Tired of these pieces of trash ruining a decent city.
Great job YPD
TRAFFIC TUESDAY
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Thank you! You have to drive defensively in Yakima right now. It's a little frightening 🫣. Keep up the good work!!
But a mom who regularly drives impaired and without a valid license with her kids in the car can't be stopped?
Something I’m curious about: do you find that more DUIs are under the influence of marijuana/other drugs or alcohol??
Could you put an estimate of how many thieves were caught yesterday, please, many thieves pass through my house at night and sometimes they break into houses
Thank you Yakima Police Department for your services to our community..
If anyone believes these numbers, I'm sorry, you're stupid!
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RUNAWAY JUVENILE
The Yakima Police Department is requesting your assistance in locating 14-year-old, Jullien Lopez. He is described as being 5’9” tall, about 150 lbs, with brown curly hair, and brown eyes. If you have any information on his whereabouts please call the police department at 509-575-6200.
SUSPECT ARRESTED FOR CRUISIN COFFEE ARMED ROBBERY
The suspect from the armed robbery on June 1st at a Yakima Cruisin Coffee has been arrested. Through the course of the investigation, the suspect was identified as Angel G. Loreto Jr. Today, the Pacific Northwest Violent Offender Task Force and multiple law enforcement agencies in the Tri-Cities assisted YPD in locating the suspect. We would like to thank the numerous community members and law enforcement agencies who helped with this investigation.
