Atlanta Police Department disputes online claims by former officer

The Atlanta Police Department is forcefully disputing social media allegations posted by a former officer, calling the claims misleading, lacking context and unsupported by agency records.

Atlanta police boost patrols for upcoming weekend events

The Atlanta Police Department is increasing officer deployments across the city to manage security and traffic for several upcoming events, according to police officials.

Man found shot at MARTA station; crime scene found in NE Atlanta: APD

Atlanta police are investigating after a man was found shot Friday evening near the Georgia State MARTA station, leading detectives to a crime scene in northeast Atlanta where multiple shell casings were recovered.

Atlanta homicide suspect arrested after SWAT raid in Johns Creek

A 26-year-old murder suspect was arrested Friday following an hours-long standoff in Johns Creek, marking the fourth arrest in a deadly September robbery and shooting in a Buckhead parking deck, authorities announced.

2 stabbed during fight over cellphone near Midtown MARTA Station: police

Two men were taken to the hospital on Friday afternoon after stabbing each other during a fight over a cellphone near the Midtown MARTA station, according to Atlanta police.

Wanted Tennessee attempted murder suspect arrested after I-20 chase ends

Two wanted suspects are in custody after a police chase ended with a PIT maneuver on I-20 Tuesday night, according to the Atlanta Police Department.

Police investigate after man found shot at Mechanicsville gas station

A 60-year-old man is in the hospital after being found with a gunshot wound at a Mechanicsville gas station, according to police.

Off-duty APD detective arrested for shoplifting beer, deputies say

An off-duty Atlanta police detective has been relieved of duty following his arrest for shoplifting a 12-pack of beer from a Publix in Canton while driving an undercover police vehicle, according to authorities.

Here is why the $68M Atlanta jail deal created fireworks at City Hall

Atlanta City Councilmember Liliana Bakhtiari slammed a proposed $68 million sale of the city jail to Fulton County, calling it a move toward mass incarceration.

Atlanta 911 failure: Issue resolved with emergency call system

Atlanta's E-911 system is back up after a technical outage disrupted its ability to take calls and dispatch first responders on Monday night.

Atlanta police recruit Moses Russ laid to rest

An Atlanta police recruit who died in a motorcycle crash on his way to training was laid to rest as family and community members gathered to say goodbye.

Viewing, funeral announced for Atlanta PD recruit killed in crash

Funeral arrangements and a public viewing have been announced for the 24-year-old Atlanta police recruit who died following a motorcycle crash on Moreland Avenue.

2 arrested following April deadly Old Fourth Ward shooting, police say

Two men were arrested and are facing felony murder charges in connection with an April shooting in the Old Fourth Ward that killed a 29-year-old man, according to the Atlanta Police Department.

Man hospitalized after Midtown road-rage shooting, Atlanta police say

A 20-year-old man is recovering in the hospital after being shot during an early Saturday morning road-rage incident in Midtown, according to Atlanta police.

Vigil held for Atlanta police recruit killed in motorcycle crash

Moses Russ had spent his life preparing to protect his community, driven by a deep desire to serve and support the people around him.

Atlanta accepts Fulton County $68M offer for city detention center

Mayor Andre Dickens announced Tuesday that the City of Atlanta has accepted a $68 million offer from Fulton County to purchase the Atlanta City Detention Center.

Over 50 events coming to Atlanta this weekend: How police plan to keep you safe

Atlanta police deploy extra officers, mounted patrols, and all-terrain vehicles across the city to manage massive crowds during Labor Day weekend.