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Suspect Arrested in Shooting Death of 14-Year-Old

At about 5:30 pm on Tuesday, September 29th, detectives from the Yakima Police Department’s (YPD) Gang Unit arrested a 17-year-old Yakima male in connection with the shooting death of 14-year-old… Read More

YPD Accepting New CPL Applications

Effective immediately, original (new) concealed pistol license (CPL) applications are being accepted. Applicants can apply online and schedule their fingerprint appointment. They are also able to complete and schedule their… Read More

Two Sunnyside Police Officers Involved in Shooting Incident

Members of the Yakima Valley Special Investigative Unit were called to the city of Sunnyside on Thursday, September 18th around 7:55 pm after two Sunnyside police officers were involved in… Read More

11-Year-Old Girl Injured During Wednesday Morning Drive-By Shooting

At about 1:20 am on Wednesday, September 16th, officers from the Yakima Police Department (YPD) responded to a report of shots fired in the 1600 block of South 12th Avenue…. Read More

Police Increase Public Transparency

The Yakima Police Department has announced that they will begin a new practice in addressing the outcomes of high-profile incidents.  Chief Murray will send a detailed letter to the community… Read More