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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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 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.
The Atlanta Police Department announced a first-of-a-kind plan to launch a car take-home program.
Atlanta police forced to evacuate airport office over rat problem
Atlanta police had to evacuate part of their airport precinct office after a nasty discovery: a 3-pound dead rat that left a horrible smell throughout the whole office. Police say they've complained for months about the rodents.
Atlanta police had to evacuate part of their airport precinct office after a nasty discovery: a 3-pound dead rat that left a horrible smell throughout the whole office. Police say they've complained for months about the rodents.
Atlanta police will offer free locks to cut back on car crimes in southwest Atlanta
Police in southwest Atlanta, Zone 4, say car crimes are on the rise and they need the community's watchful eye to cut them down.
Police in southwest Atlanta, Zone 4, say car crimes are on the rise and they need the community's watchful eye to cut them down.
Atlanta police recruits help woman whose son was locked in the car
Three Atlanta Police Department recruits are being praised for their quick action in helping a mom whose son had become locked in a hot car.
Three Atlanta Police Department recruits are being praised for their quick action in helping a mom whose son had become locked in a hot car.
Who will be Atlanta's next police chief? Mayor asks for public's input
Mayor Andre Dickens is asking for the public's help in picking the next chief of police for Atlanta.
Mayor Andre Dickens is asking for the public's help in picking the next chief of police for Atlanta.
Increase in rape cases post-pandemic, Atlanta police say
The Atlanta Police Department is investigating 12 incidents over the most recent 28-day period, according to Deputy Chief Timothy Peek.
The Atlanta Police Department is investigating 12 incidents over the most recent 28-day period, according to Deputy Chief Timothy Peek.
Woman thanks Atlanta officers for saving her from abuse, homelessness
Grateful woman thanks Atlanta police officers for saving her from homelessness and abuse in a heartfelt letter.
Grateful woman thanks Atlanta police officers for saving her from homelessness and abuse in a heartfelt letter.
Mayor Dickens wants your help picking the next chief of Atlanta police
While the city of Atlanta looks for its next chief to permanently lead the Atlanta Police Department, Mayor Andre Dickens says he wants your help in hiring for the job.
While the city of Atlanta looks for its next chief to permanently lead the Atlanta Police Department, Mayor Andre Dickens says he wants your help in hiring for the job.