Atlanta police plead for parents, community to step up follow string of juvenile violence

Atlanta police ripped into parents Tuesday in a lengthy statement following a Saturday night shooting downtown that left five teenagers hurt.They're pleading for parents and the community to step up saying "they cannot raise Atlanta’s children."

Atlanta police warn of scammers posing as command staff

Police said scammers "spoofed" APD phone numbers--using technology to make it appear as if the calls came from the police department.

Gun enforcement at Atlanta airport diminished by state law

The so-called constitutional carry law handcuffs police officers who have been enforcing gun restrictions at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Fulton County judge increases cash bond for alleged cop shooter is $6.5 million

A Fulton County judge increased Christian Eppinger's bond following a court hearing Thursday. Earlier in the week, she granted the alleged cop shooter a bond which sparked outrage from District Attorney Fani Willis.

Repeat offender arrested in Atlanta security guard murder

Police say the man accused of shooting an Atlanta security guard from behind at point-blank range has a long history of arrests connected to violence and drug use.

Atlanta Police Chief Rodney Bryant to retire in June

After 34 years of serving the city of Atlanta in law enforcement, Police Chief Rodney Bryant has announced his plans to retire this year.

Cops cashing in on high incentives to switch departments

The job of law enforcement is as difficult as ever. The compensation has never been better. So, how does the pay, signing bonuses, and other incentives stack up?

City of Atlanta unveils new nightlife division to tackle violence

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens unveiled a new plan to tackle violence in or around certain businesses during his first State of the City address.

Man arrested for stealing running car with child inside, police say

The Atlanta Police Department said someone attempted to drive off in a running car while a child was in the back seat on Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard.

Atlanta Police Department car shortage affects response times

Atlanta has ordered 54 new patrol cars, but the police department does not expect those vehicles will be added to the fleet this year.

Atlanta police plan to move more officers to the airport for swifter responses

Atlanta Police Department coverage is the lightest on the concourses, where travelers wait to board their flights. Currently, 148 officers are assigned to work the massive complex. There are 29 vacancies, and that is 20% below the target number.

Atlanta police investigating officer who used stun gun on teen in BeltLine skate park

The Atlanta Police Department said it's reviewing a video circulating on social media that shows an officer stunning a 17-year-old in a skate park near the Atlanta BeltLine. Police charged him with disorderly conduct.

Atlanta Police Department mourns sudden death of beloved officer

Officer Jamaine E. Chester left work for the last time Friday evening. He died over the weekend. Police don't suspect foul play, but the circumstances around his death are not confirmed.