Atlanta officer hit by car on I-75 while working accident
It is body camera video that the Atlanta Police Department wants all motorists to see. An officer documenting a crash on the shoulder of Interstate 75 is struck by a car. APD said the video underscores the need for drivers to abide by Georgia's Move Over Law.
Atlanta child murders: Utah lab to examine old DNA evidence
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said investigators with the Atlanta Police Department are traveling to a Utah lab as part of the reopening of the Atlanta child murders case.
Video shows street racers trying to flee Georgia State Patrol troopers in East Point
A video released by Atlanta police shows the dramatic moments when Georgia State Patrol troopers break up an illegal street racing event in East Point.
Atlanta cops taken off the beat for hospital guard duty
Atlanta police are being pulled away from patrolling the streets to play the role of security guards at the hospital for suspects receiving medical treatment. City leaders say the issue is hurting police morale.
Atlanta cops break window to stop unresponsive driver's moving car
Dramatic body camera footage shows Atlanta police officers trying to wake a driver who was passed out behind the wheel of a car in the road.
Atlanta officers pulled from streets, used to watch hospitalized suspects
FOX 5 has learned Atlanta police officers sometimes are pulled away from their neighborhood patrols to watch over suspects who require medical treatment at the hospital.
Proposed diversion program to keep Atlanta, Fulton County mentally ill out of jail
Officers are often called when people experience a mental health crisis in public. Those people are often taken to jail and released only to end up behind bars again, but a collaborative effort between Atlanta and Fulton County leaders would instead send those people to get resources at the city's detention center.
Police say 3,000 warrants never submitted to state database
FOX 5 reported on a question raised by an Atlanta councilman regarding whether the Atlanta Police Department had stopped processing warrants issued by city judges for defendants who fail to show for their court cases.
Judge: Atlanta police not executing bench warrants
Christopher Portiss, the chief judge of the Atlanta Municipal Court, said this week the Atlanta Police Department has stopped executing the warrants sent by judges after a defendant is a no-show to answer a charge.
More than 2,000 guns stolen from cars in Atlanta this year, APD says
Atlanta Police Department statistics show more than 2,000 guns have been recorded stolen this year. Police say these guns are used in violent crime.
Two mayoral hopefuls blast decision to provide security after Bottoms leaves office
The reaction to a new law that would allow outgoing Atlanta mayors to keep their security detail is drawing a strong reaction.
Mayor Bottoms to receive Atlanta police protection following end of her term
Keisha Lance Bottoms will continue to receive her personal police protection after she leaves office.
Law enforcement leaders ask Georgia Senate committee for mandatory sentencing
In a hearing Wednesday, law enforcement leaders pitched lawmakers the idea of mandatory sentencing for some violent crimes in Georgia.
Atlanta mayoral candidate outlines four-point plan to fight crime
Atlanta mayoral candidate and City Councilman Andre Dickens announced a four-point plan to reduce violent crime in the city.
APD officers recognized for bravery by Atlanta Bar Association
Officers Khuong Thai and Joshua Lovreta, shot at while responding to a shooting at a Midtown apartment building, were named 2021 Atlanta Bar Association's Officers of the Year.
State lawmakers meet with community members, Atlanta police to discuss recent violence
The House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee organized a community town hall following an uptick of violence in downtown Atlanta. Atlanta Police and community members shared their concerns and challenges.
Atlanta police chief: Arresting repeat offenders 'discouraging'
In a frank conversation with reporters Tuesday afternoon, Atlanta Police Chief Rodney Bryant said repeat offenders are one of the biggest challenges they face as a department.
APD moves desk duty cops to the beat
In an effort to free up zone officers, the Atlanta Police Department has ordered some administrative staff back onto the beat.
Atlanta to require city workers to undergo LGBTQ+ training
Workers in the city of Atlanta will be required to attend training on the LGBTQ+ culture. The measure includes outreach to employees who may fall under one of the classifications, as well as the public at large.
9/11 attacks changed an Atlanta police officer's life
Atlanta police officer Jay Pagan said he almost lost the will to live while trapped by debris under a fire truck for nearly an hour on 9/11.