Atlanta police chief warns residents 'to remain vigilant' ahead of holidays
"You will see a strong visible presence of the police department on the ground, in the air with our air assets you will see a very visible presence out there, but you will also see many there are a lot of things you won't see that's at play by this police department," Schierbaum said
Atlanta police say tactics in fight against rising gang activity are working
This past summer was a busy one for law enforcement from Atlanta police special enforcement commander Ralph Woolfolk’s perspective.
City of Atlanta agrees to pay Rayshard Brooks estate $1 million to settle lawsuit
The City of Atlanta has unanimously agreed to settle with the estate of Rashard Brooks for $1 million.
Atlanta's 311 call center to start handling certain calls 911 used to handle
Atlanta’s 311 call center, the city’s non-emergency line, is stepping in to help sort through some of the calls.
Atlanta police hopes downward trend in crime continues
Atlanta police say crime is up only 3% over this same time last year and they hope to round out the year with a crime reduction.
Where were backup officers in deadly shooting between Atlanta officer and motorist?
Atlanta police sources told FOX 5 that a deadly encounter between an undercover police officer and a motorist could have been avoided had there been backup.
One of Atlanta's most wanted captured after 2 years on the run
Sayvon Tate was wanted in connection to a shooting at an apartment along Griffin Street NW near Magnolia Street NW in the Vine City neighborhood on Nov. 12, 2020.
Atlanta police union rep says bodycam footage clears officers of wrongdoing
A union leader says Atlanta police should not be concerned about an enhanced body camera program being instituted by Atlanta Police Department.
Chief Darin Schierbaum says technology, engagement is key to Atlanta police's future
The new chief is not wasting any time trying to retain officers, grow the force, and use new technologies to fight crime.
Atlanta unveils new police car design
The cars are part of a first ever take home program that leaders believe will pay dividends in Atlanta neighborhoods.
Mayor names Darin Schierbaum Atlanta's next chief of police
Darin Schierbaum joined the Atlanta Police Department 20 years ago as a beat cop in Midtown. He'll now be the 26th Chief of Police for the City of Atlanta.
Atlanta officials are concerned stolen guns are getting in the wrong hands
With gun violence spiking, some may want to carry a firearm to ensure protection, but Chief Schierbaum said that is also making gun owners the target of car break-ins. The chief is renewing his calls for gun owners to secure their weapons safely.
Officer on Atlanta’s mayor’s security detail indicted in deadly 2019 gas station shooting
Officer Oliver Simmonds was indicted on Friday on charges of felony murder, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and two counts of violation of oath of public office.
Atlanta's E-911 operators overwhelmed by ‘unnecessary’ 911 calls amid staffing shortages
Officials with Atlanta’s E-911 Communications Division said unnecessary calls to 911 are clogging up emergency lines and increasing stress on the already understaffed call center.
Anonymous activist claims responsibility for blaze at DeKalb film studio: ‘May this be a warning to them’
The fire at Shadowbox Studios has not been ruled an arson with a cryptic blog post from an anonymous author surfaced, claiming responsibility for it.
Dozens charged as Atlanta police crackdown on street racing again
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens says police will use every tool to round up the lawbreakers.
Atlanta Police Department offers cash for guns at buyback event
The event happened Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Atlanta Civic Center on Piedmont Avenue. The police department offered $50 for any handguns and $100 for long guns and rifles.
Cop City protest: Demonstrators hold rally in Little Five Points
Their message is they do not want an Atlanta Police Training facility built in DeKalb County.
Atlanta police hold gun buyback this Saturday
Atlanta police are sponsoring a gun buyback program this Saturday as part of the One Safe City initiative.
Atlanta police announce launch to first car take-home program
The Atlanta Police Department announced a first-of-a-kind plan to launch a car take-home program.