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🚔 Thinking about a new career? The Durham Police Academy’s next quarter testing dates are open! Whether it’s your first career or not, we welcome people from all walks of life who are ready to make an impact. 👉 Apply now! durhamnc.gov/157/Recruiting-… #DurhamPD #PoliceAcademy

🎙️ Episode 1 of Bull City Beats is HERE! Host Dwight Bell sits down with Chief Stephanie Mardis to discuss her vision for Durham, community trust, and public safety. Plus, meet new officers from Academy 62! ▶️ Watch now: youtu.be/08cs9b0yQeA #BullCityBeats #DurhamNC #DPD

We celebrated NFSW with team-building, Forensics Family Feud, giveaways, sweet treats, special animal visitors, and plenty of food! The week ended with FSD staff volunteering at the Durham Animal Shelter. Thank you to our Forensics team for all you do! #NFSW #DurhamPD #DPD

🚨 #DurhamPD is investigating a fatal shooting in the 700-block of Rigsbee Ave. Anyone with information is asked to call Inv. E. Gaither at 919-560-4440 ext. 29340 or CrimeStoppers at 919-683-1200. Anonymous tips: durhamcrimestoppers.org.

Gun safety starts with responsibility. Whether you own a firearm or have one in your home, take a moment to review these important safety reminders. Secure storage, safe handling and education can help prevent accidents and keep our community safer. #DurhamPD #GunSafety

🔬 It’s National Forensic Science Week! Our 40+ member Forensics Division works behind the scenes to uncover evidence that helps tell the story. In 2025, they identified 396 latent prints, conducted 38,227 comparisons, examined 328 cell phones & retrieved 1,419 videos. #NFSW

Please join us in welcoming Chief Stephanie Mardis, the 17th chief of the Durham Police Department! We look forward to her leadership and continued commitment to our community. Congratulations, Chief Mardis! 💙 #DurhamPD #DPD #RisetotheChallenge

Safety never gets old! 💙 Our CRU recently joined seniors at the W.D. Hill Recreation Center for a Senior Safety presentation led by retired Cpl. King and Cpl. Williams. Thank you to everyone who joined us for an afternoon of conversation, connection and helpful safety tips!

When you’re called to protect and serve the city you call home, you do it. That’s one of the reasons why we’re proud to welcome Officer J. Merchant to the Durham Police Department this week! Merchant will be a uniform patrol officer in District 1 and is a native of #Durham.👏🏽

The Durham Police Department is attempting to locate Ms. Makayla Jenkins, 30. She was last seen on August 20, 2026, in the 3200 block of North Duke Street. If you see Ms. Jenkins or know her whereabouts, please call 911 or the Durham Police Department front desk at 919-560-4427.

Game on! ⚾️ Our DPD Softball Team took the field this weekend for the Battle of the Badges tournament, supporting the Dream Hunt & Fishing Program. For the second year in a row, we were proud to play ball for a great cause and an even greater community! 💙 #DurhamPD #DurhamNC

Congratulations to our next Officers of the Month, Officer I. Foushee and Officer T. Maness. Both are uniform patrol officers and serve in District 4 and District 2, respectfully.❤️🖤💛#Police #LawEnforcement #Congrats

Serving our community means never ceasing to increase our knowledge. This month, our Public Affairs Team attended the MGT318 course and the first NC Emergency Management PIO Summit. Thanks to TEEX and NCEMA for investing in North Carolina's PIOs. #DurhamPD #DPD

Traffic Alert: All lanes of I-885 N bound are closed between Holloway St. and Cheek Rd. due to a motor vehicle crash. Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route.

TRAFFIC ALERT Power is out in a large area of east and southeast Durham from Riddle Rd. to Liberty St. Includes E. Lawson St., S. Alston Ave., Angier Ave., and N. Elizabeth St. If a traffic light is out, treat it as a four way stop. Allow for extra travel time.

Happy Fourth of July, Durham! As we celebrate Independence Day and America’s 250th anniversary, we wish everyone a safe and happy holiday. 🎆 Reminder: Please celebrate responsibly! #DurhamPD #FourthOfJuly #America250 #CelebrateSafely

🚧 Traffic Advisory 🚧 Motorists should expect increased pedestrian traffic and possible delays in downtown Durham on Friday and Saturday night due to fireworks at the DBAP. Please plan ahead, drive safely, and watch for pedestrians. 🚫 Do not park on HWY 147.

Mark your calendars! 🚔 National Night Out returns to Durham on October 6, 2026 Food • Fun • First Responders • Community Register your communities participation today, using the QR code. A safer Durham starts with all of us. 🤝 #NationalNightOut #NNO2026 #DurhamNC

Headed to see the Cosmic Chili Peppers this weekend at DBAP? 🌶️⚾ Watch for Officer Kobersteen throwing out the first pitch each night, and stop by to say hello to our Recruitment Team while you're there! Will we see you at the ballpark? 👇 #RiseToTheChallenge #BullCity

MISSING PERSON: The Durham Police are attempting to locate Katlyn Gray, 26, last seen on 5/26/26 near James St. in Durham. She is described as 5'3", 130 lbs., with blonde hair and hazel eyes. If seen, call 911 or DPD at 919-560-4427.