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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TRAFFIC COLLISION
YPD is asking drivers to avoid the area of W Nob Hill Blvd and S 40th Ave due to a Semi-Truck colliding with a signal pole. Updates will be posted here.
🎉CONGRATULATIONS OFFICER OF THE QUARTER 🎉
In recognition our incredible YPD officers, every quarter officers get nominated by their peers and supervisors to be considered for “Officer of the Quarter.” Please join us in commending our outstanding Detective Ben Jordan as the Officer of the Quarter (2nd quarter) 2024!
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Two of YPD’s finest❤️❤️
congrats!
This made me smile really big. Officer Jordan excels!!
Congratulations Detective Ben Jordan💙🎊🎉In my heart today and always for being a kind, caring respectful officer who helped us with a neighborhood nightmare. I still pray for you daily to finish your shift and go home to your family. With love, Dana G
Congratulations Detective Ben Jordan as Yakima’s Officer of the Quarter. Thank you for your care and protection of the Yakima community.
Fantastic officer and person! Congratulations Ben!
Congratulations Ben, well deserved. First met Ben when he was the SRO at IKE.
Congratulations Detective Jordan! Well deserved!
Congratulations Officer Jordan🇺🇸Thank You for being an officer in our community🇺🇸
Congratulations Detective Jordan! Thank you for your service. Bless you and stay safe.
Good job Benjamin!! Much deserved sir.
Congratulations thank you for your service and be safe.
Congrats ❤️ well deserved 👏
Congrats and thank you for your hard work and Service
Congratulations and thank you for your service to our community!🇺🇸
Congratulations, we thank you for your service.. YPD rocks..💙💙💙
Congratulation Detective Ben Jordan! Thank you for serving our city! 💙🤩
Congratulations Detective Ben Jordan. To be nominated by your peers is very special. I have one from 1993. 😀
Congratulations!
Congratulations Ben!
Love you Officer Graves!!! Congrats!!!
Congratulations! You earned it!
Congrats! Thank you for keeping our community safe.
Congratulations Ben!
🙏💙🚔🐕💙🙏 Congratulations God Bless you and Thank you Stay safe 🙏💙🚔🐕💙🙏
SPECIAL OLYMPICS
Thank you to all who came out and joined us at Fred Meyer in support of the Special Olympics Washington on Sunday! It was a great way to beat the heat and help raise funds for a great cause! Thank you Special Olympics for inviting YPD participate.
@fredmeyer
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Thank you for your support to Special Olympics.
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🎉CONGRATULATIONS OFFICER OF THE QUARTER 🎉
In recognition our incredible YPD officers, every quarter officers get nominated by their peers and supervisors to be considered for “Officer of the Quarter.” Please join us in commending our outstanding Detective Ben Jordan as the Officer of the Quarter (2nd quarter) 2024!
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Prayers for the Pebsi!
Ouch! Hope everyone is ok.
I worked for coca cola for 40 plus years and we have never wanted to see anything like this. Hope everyone is doing alright.
Free Pepsi ppl come get them
Got all jacked up on mtn dew
Gracias por el aviso espero y no aya víctimas fatales.
According to another post.. but drivers were conscious by the time paramedics came
might need an extra road closed off sign off washington and 40th in the right turn lane. i had to merge back onto washington this morning and people behind me decided to continue turning onto that road.
Hope everyone is ok🙏🙏
How is that people are going so fast in town that accidents = annihilation?
No Pepsi at Vintiques
I need my redbull tho
The semi didn’t collide with the light pole… there was another vehicle involved. 🙈
Mr Noles is not going to be happy
Prayers for everyone involved 🙏
Who was driving it any names?
Prayers for all
Oh No! Did they survive?
Free Pepsi?
Yikes!!!!
How in the world.
Omg 😳 this is CRAZYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY
GEEZ!!!! I hope everyone is alright!!! What a bad day at work to have🥺
Prayers
Jason Lee are you safe?
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