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...
Second Shooting at Same House Injures Two Children
July 7, 2020
For the second time in just over 72 hours, Yakima police responded to a drive-by shooting at the same home in the 800 block of West Viola Avenue. On Saturday,… Read More
Man Arrested in Connection with Homicide Early Sunday Morning
June 28, 2020
Yakima police officers responded to a call of shots fired in the area of the 1300 block of South 18th Avenue around 12:40 am Sunday. Shortly after arriving in the area,… Read More
Ten Men Arrested in Connection with Juvenile Sex Trafficking Case
June 26, 2020
Yakima police officers from the Criminal Investigations Division, Gang Unit and Patrol Division spent much of Thursday arresting 10 men in connection with a sex trafficking case that originated from… 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
Facebook…
The Yakima Police Department is asking for your help in locating a runaway juvenile. See the attached information and please call the police department if you have any information on his whereabouts. Thank you.
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Hes safe .. they took him home already
Brenna, exactly what I was saying. Where are the guardians/parents?? If that was my baby I'd be EVERYWHERE posting and looking.
Fyi on another site it says he was found a while ago and he is currently sitting with someone's daughter with a pic.
HE IS NOT MISSING PEOPLE
He's not missing at all people
Jessica Garcia Wilts commented that he is sitting at her house with her daughter, this was over an hour ago comment. I hope you find him. You can Check on Wendy N Carlos Palomo shared post.
Missing since 10/2019. Why hasn't this been on TV??
I swear I seen this kid Rn at the store on 5th ave one stop gas station about 15 minutes ago 😯
I went to school with a Tatum Kimble
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U have to call the number on the poster
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I gotchu.
Might not be a bad kid so why did he run away ?
They have pic posting blocked
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Katie Jelinek where is he then? Do you happen to know?
Tiffany Guthmiller
Praying for a quick and safe return home. Shared in the West Valley area.
YPD hasn't responded. This is Facebook. How many people on this feed have been hacked? Just saying that it's a possibility. I've seen the date and read the comments that he is home but has anyone thought that they are as vulnerable as everyone else to a facebook hack?
WHY is this just now being posted when he's been missing since last year?!?
hes not a bad kid. I've known him since he was small.
tatum I pray u are safe where ever you are
Arrested him for good
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TRAFFIC ALERT
The City of Yakima posted the below message regarding a temporary closure of a section of Yakima Ave. See below for details:
Water Line Work to Close Portion Of Yakima Avenue | News – City of Yakima
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Water line work will result in closure of Yakima Avenue between 8th Street and 6th Street from Monday, July 13th, through Friday, July 17th. Work on the project will begin at 6:00 am and last until 2:
NATIONAL CHEER UP THE LONEY DAY
Free slurpee day was cancelled due to COVID-19 but spreading cheer wasn’t! Watch the video for some fun, social-distancing friendly ideas to cheer up your friends and neighbors who may be feeling the quarantine blues.
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A beautiful idea. I always loved hand written letter and notes. A generation lost to social media.
I love Slurpees!
Instagram…
TRAFFIC ALERT
@cityofyakima posted the above message regarding a temporary closure of a section of Yakima Ave. Swipe or visit @cityofyakima for details
NATIONAL CHEER UP THE LONELY DAY
Free slurpee day was cancelled due to COVID-19 but spreading cheer wasn’t! Watch the video for some fun, social-distancing friendly ideas to cheer up your friends and neighbors who may be feeling the quarantine blues.
FREE LIFE JACKETS! 🏊♀️
Our friends at Coastal Farm and Ranch will be giving away free life jackets to children 12 years and under. Keep your kids safe while they’re having fun under the sun! 😎
This event will take place Saturday, July 11th between 11:00AM - 1:00PM at the Central Washington State Fairgrounds while supplies last. Visit www.coastalcountry.com for more information.